Report: Cowboys’ Micah Parsons has high ankle sprain :: Cowboys WIre
The cart had everyone thinking the worst; Parsons himself said he felt good and planned to play next week. But the superstar, in fact, has a high ankle sprain. It’s not a season-ender, but it’s certainly less than ideal for a Cowboys defense heading to Pittsburgh in Week 5 and hosting the Lions in Week 6. There is not yet an official timetable for his return, but the team’s Week 7 bye may be a factor in how the Cowboys work him back to the field.
Report: Cowboys’ DeMarcus Lawrence ‘expected to miss multiple weeks’ with foot injury :: Cowboys Wire
Lawrence was apparently hurt during the first drive of the second half. After getting his foot taped on the sideline, it appeared as though he might re-enter the contest, but he did not. Initial X-rays came back negative, prompting Lawrence to promise, “I’ll be back in no time,” adding, “[Expletive] hurts, but it’ll be all right.” The veteran was tracking toward his most productive statistical season since 2018.
Status of Micah Parsons, Demarcus Lawrence injuries one day after ‘TNF’ injuries :: NFL.com
Ian Rapoport said the injury for Parsons “doesn’t appear to be a severe, severe high ankle sprain.” As such, he expects Parsons to be held out “at least one game, potentially two.” As for Lawrence, the insider theorized his absence could be “at least four weeks,” and only then will he be re-evaluated. That could land Lawrence on injured reserve to free up a roster spot.
Cowboys DE DeMarcus Lawrence to see foot specialist after suffering sprain :: Dallas Morning News
Lawrence will see Dr. Gene Curry, the same doctor who performed Dak Prescott’s ankle surgery in 2020, in an attempt to get a better sense of how much time he’ll have to miss. His injury has been classified as a right mid-foot sprain, according to two people with knowledge. Head coach Mike McCarthy said Friday the injury was worse than the team expected and called Lawrence’s injury more serious than Parsons’s.
Trade? Haason Reddick among 5 NFL edge rushers Cowboys should consider after Parsons, Lawrence injuries :: Cowboys Wire
Injuries to two of Mike Zimmer’s biggest impact players has many wondering if the Cowboys will look to swing a trade for a veteran defender to help salvage the season. The Eagles’ Reddick is a popular name right now, as are James Houston (Detroit) and Pat Jones II (Minnesota). Maybe the Broncos could part with either Nik Bonitto or Baron Browining. If Dallas wanted Sam Okuyinonu, he’s just sitting on the 49ers practice squad.
10 potential replacements for Parsons includes Randy Gregory among candidates :: Cowboys Wire
The free agency pool also has several possible options for the banged-up Boys. Frank Clark, Shaq Lawson, and Marquis Haynes are among them. So is Gregory, who the club famously thought they had locked up to a new deal in 2022, only for him to bail and go to Denver. He was recently released by Tampa Bay after an extended unexcused absence.
Cowboys have become latest victims of MetLife Stadium turf :: SI.com
MetLife’s turf has become one of the most notorious playing surfaces in the league over the years, and Thursday’s injuries to Parsons and Lawrence are just the latest to be credited to the artificial grass there. Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers suffered a torn Achilles last year, 49ers pass rusher Nick Bosa suffered a torn ACL in a 2020 game against the New York Jets, DT Solomon Thomas and quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo also got injured there, and former Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard tore his ACL in Week 3 of the 2022 season while running down the field.
Dak Prescott: Cowboys won’t get ‘overexcited’ about win over Giants :: The Mothership
Rarely has a Week 4 game presented a must-win scenario, but the team will keep Thursday’s victory in proper perspective. “It’s about building and it’s about figuring out what we can do better in all phases, but it’s a lot easier to do that with a win,” explained Prescott. Now they go back to work, with an eye toward simply putting forth another strong effort when they visit the Steelers in Week 5. “We’ve got to continue to be pros. That’s not done… It’s about focusing on this process.”
Cowboys still have plenty of issues, but Dak Prescott-CeeDee Lamb connection positive sign :: The Athletic
Thursday’s win marked one of Prescott’s most accurate games ever, with him completing 81.5% of his throws. And he made sure to get his top target heavily involved- early- after a rough week; Lamb got six targets in the offense’s first three series. He caught five of those balls, for 85 yards and a touchdown. Now that connection has to continue, especially against better opponents. Prescott insisted that the Week 4 win will be “huge” for the team’s momentum.
Tyler Guyton rips NFL referees officiating after Cowboys’ TNF win :: KTSM.com
The rookie offensive lineman was flagged three times- all for holding- during Thursday’s win. They were among 11 overall penalties called on Dallas, costing them 89 yards on the night. Afterward, Guyton vented to a TV camera on his way to the locker room. “The NFL needs better refs,” he mugged. “Please!”
‘No bells and whistles’: Mazi Smith, Cowboys smother Giants’ run game with impressive showing to build on :: Cowboys Wire
The much-maligned first-round draft pick helped lead a Dallas run defense that held New York to an incredible 26 yards on the night and just 1.1 yards per carry (a franchise record when the opponent has 20 or more attempts). Smith said he wants to keep improving personally, and he believes the rest of his teammates bought in to just doing their job, as has been preached for the past two weeks.
Cowboys-Giants postgame coverage, analysis :: Cowboys Wire
Cowboys sideline exclusive: The story behind Brandon Aubrey’s interaction with Post Malone :: Dallas Morning News
The rapper said Aubrey had attended one of his events in a Post Malone shirt, so he wanted to return the favor during his own sideline visit Thursday night. Malone’s father worked for 17 years at AT&T Stadium and Texas Stadium as a manager of concessions. Reporter Kristi Scales also notes that cornerback Amani Oruwariye, who was elevated for the game earlier in the day and snagged the game-sealing interception late, only learned he’d get onto the field at halftime, after Andrew Booth struggled. And who met the Cowboys at their New Jersey hotel and had dinner with members of the team Wednesday night? None other than Tyron Smith.
