The Dallas Cowboys have once again captured the spotlight, even on a typically subdued Saturday in the NFL. As Week 8 approaches, the Cowboys made headlines with a significant roster move that might hint at a transformative phase for the team. Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs, who has been sidelined due to a concussion, has now been placed on injured reserve (IR). This decision has led many to speculate that it could signal the end of his tenure with the Cowboys, especially since players on IR can still be traded.
In this period of transition, the Cowboys opted not to fill the vacant roster spot that opened with Diggs’ move to IR. Instead, they activated the practice window for center Cooper Beebe without choosing to elevate him to the active roster at this time. However, Dallas did make some adjustments by promoting running back Malik Davis for the second consecutive week and elevating cornerback Corey Ballentine from the practice squad.
As the Cowboys prepare for their upcoming matchup, here is an overview of the team’s 54-man roster ahead of Sunday’s announcements regarding inactives, which will be made 90 minutes prior to kickoff.
The roster includes:
Quarterbacks: Dak Prescott, Joe Milton, and emergency third QB Will Grier
Running Backs: Javonte Williams, Hunter Luepke, Jaydon Blue, and Malik Davis (elevated)
Tight Ends: Jake Ferguson, Luke Schoonmaker, and Brevyn Spann-Ford
Wide Receivers: CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Jalen Tolbert, Kavontae Turpin, and Ryan Flournoy
Offensive Tackles: Tyler Guyton, Terence Steele, Nate Thomas, Hakeen Adeniji, and Ajani Cornelius
Offensive Guards: Tyler Smith, Tyler Booker, TJ Bass, and Trevor Keegan
Center: Brock Hoffman
Defensive Ends: Jadaveon Clowney, Sam Williams, Dante Fowler, Marshawn Kneeland, James Houston, and Donovan Ezeiruaku
Defensive Tackles: Osa Odighizuwa, Kenny Clark, Solomon Thomas, Jay Toia, and Mazi Smith
Linebackers: Kenneth Murray, Jack Sanborn, Marist Liufau, Damone Clark, and Shemar James
Cornerbacks: DaRon Bland, Kaiir Elam, Trikweze Bridges, Reddy Steward, Caelen Carson, and Corey Ballentine (elevated)
Safeties: Donovan Wilson, Juanyeh Thomas (out), Markquese Bell, and Alijah Clark
Special Teams: 4 players
As the Cowboys navigate this tumultuous time, fans are left wondering how these changes will impact the team’s trajectory for the remainder of the season. The adjustments signify not only a shift in strategy but also highlight the dynamic nature of the NFL, where the narrative can change quickly. The Cowboys remain a team to watch closely as they continue to adapt and prepare for their upcoming challenges on the field.