Cowboys 53-man roster during Week 7 bye, has Jerry Jones brought in any help?
By K.D. Drummond,
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The Dallas Cowboys are licking their wounds and readying mentally to return to work in Week 8, facing the stiff challenge of saving their season. The defending NFC East champions look nothing like the team that won 12 games in three straight seasons, instead locking in the personality of the nervous, timid club that got dog-walked by the upstart Green Bay Packers in the wild-card round.
Things got testy over the last week, with owner Jerry Jones getting so flustered he threatened to fire radio hosts who don’t even work for him; at least not directly. The pressure of losing in embarrassing fashion on his birthday, combined with a fanbase turning their backs on the normally beloved team owner, didn’t inspire the desired action of adding to the roster in a signficant way, though.
Dallas did make a move over the bye week, but one of likely limited impact, swapping out practice squad defensive tackles on a team that is being mauled in the run game is certainly an interesting reaction. As the Cowboys turn their attention to the San Francisco 49ers, here’s a look at the full roster heading into Week 8, including the 53-man main, the 17-man practice squad, and the updated status of everyone on the Reserved/Injured (IR) list.
No. 1 WR Jalen Tolbert
Jul 27, 2022; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys receiver Jalen Tolbert (18) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
No. 2 CB Jourdan Lewis
Sep 25, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (27) against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
No. 4 QB Dak Prescott
Dec 10, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) smiles on the field after the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 5 Punter Bryan Anger
Dallas Cowboys punter Bryan Anger (5) prepares for the game against the Giants, at MetLife Stadium. Sunday, September 10, 2023
No. 6 Safety Donovan Wilson
No. 7 CB Trevon Diggs
No. 9 WR Kavontae Turpin
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 04: NFL player KaVontae Turpin of the Dallas Cowboys attends the NFL Pro Bowl Weekend Celebrity All-Star Game 2023 benefiting the charity D Up On Cancer at the Cox Pavilion on February 04, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)Wednesday: — | Thursday: — | Friday: DNP
No. 11 DE Micah Parsons
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parson (11) warms up during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
No. 13 LB DeMarvion Overshown
Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (35) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsWednesday: Limited |
No. 15 RB Ezekiel Elliott
Jun 4, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) on the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 17 Kicker Brandon Aubrey
Sep 17, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys place kicker Brandon Aubrey (17) watches his field goal in the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 19 QB Trey Lance
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 10: Trey Lance #15 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on September 10, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
No. 21 CB Caelen Carson
No. 23 RB Rico Dowdle
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 12: Rico Dowdle #23 of the Dallas Cowboys walks off the field after the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
No. 24 Safety Israel Mukuamu
Aug 12, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Israel Mukuamu (24) walks off the field after the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 25 CB Andrew Booth
Dec 24, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) looks on during the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
No. 28 Safety Malik Hooker
Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Malik Hooker (28) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
No. 29 CB C.J. Goodwin
Jan 16, 2022; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive back C.J. Goodwin (29) catches a pass for a first down on a fake punt in the fourth quarter against the San Francisco 49ers in a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 30 Safety Juanyeh Thomas
Nov 19, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Juanyeh Thomas (30) during pregame warm ups against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
No. 35 LB Marist Liufau
No. 40 FB Hunter Luepke
Jul 27, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Hunter Luepke (43) during training camp at Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge Playing Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
No. 41 LB Nick Vigil
Sep 12, 2021; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Nick Vigil (59) reacts after sacking Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (np) in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 42 RB Deuce Vaughn
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – AUGUST 12: Deuce Vaughn #42 of the Dallas Cowboys walks off the field after the loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in a preseason game at AT&T Stadium on August 12, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)
No. 44 Long Snapper Trent Sieg
No. 50 Linebacker Erick Kendricks
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Marist Liufau (35) and linebacker Eric Kendricks (50) go through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
No. 55 DE Carl Lawson
Nov 29, 2020; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carl Lawson (58) reacts to his team prior to the game between the New York Giants and the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 56 OG Cooper Beebe
No. 57 LB Buddy Johnson
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Buddy Johnson (57) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
No. 58 DT Mazi Smith
Aug 26, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Mazi Smith (58) on the sidelines during the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 60 OT Tyler Guyton
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Tyler Guyton (60) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
No. 66 OG T.J. Bass
Jul 27, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys guard T.J. Bass (66) Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsMandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 70 OG Zack Martin
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Zack Martin (70) warms up during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
No. 73 OG Tyler Smith
No. 76 OL Asim Richards
Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Asim Richards (76) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsMandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
No. 79 OT Matt Waletzko
Jul 27, 2022; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Matt Waletzko (71) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
No. 80 WR Ryan Flournoy
No. 81 TE John Stephens, Jr.
Jul 31, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver John Stephens Jr. (49) during training camp at the Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports
No. 83 WR Jalen Brooks
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 30: Wide receiver Jalen Brooks #83 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to the game against the Seattle Seahawks at AT&T Stadium on November 30, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
No. 86 TE Luke Schoonmaker
Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Luke Schoonmaker (86) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
No. 87 TE Jake Ferguson
Feb 2, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson (87) participates in the AFC versus NFC Pro Bowl practice and media day at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports
No. 88 WR CeeDee Lamb
Feb 4, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; NFC wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) of the Dallas Cowboys before the 2024 Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports
No. 89 TE Brevyn Spann-Ford
Minnesota Golden Gophers tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford (88) stiff-arms Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Sanoussi Kane (21) during the NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Purdue Boilermakers won 49-30.
No. 91 DE Tyrus Wheat
Jul 31, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Tyrus Wheat (91) during training camp at the Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports
No. 92: DT Carlos Watkins
Jul 28, 2022; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Carlos Watkins (91) waves to fans as he walks on to the field at training camp at River Ridge Fields in Oxnard, CA. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
No. 97 DT Osa Odighizuwa
Jul 31, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa (97) during training camp at the Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports
No. 99 DL Chauncey Golston
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – NOVEMBER 20: Chauncey Golston #99 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on against the Minnesota Vikings during the fourth quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)
Each player on the practice squad can be called up to the big roster a total of 3 times and still revert back to the practice squad following the game without being released to the open market or waivers.
Each team can elevate two players per week through the regular season.
No. 13 WR Seth Williams
No. 16 WR Jalen Cropper
Jul 31, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Moreno-Cropper (16) during training camp at the Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 20 RB Dalvin Cook
New York, NY, US; New York Jets running back Dalvin Cook (33) runs the ball against the Los Angeles Chargers defense, at MetLife Stadium, Monday, November 6, 2023.
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 27 CB Amani Oruwariye
Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Amani Oruwariye (27) hauls in a reception during the ninth day of an NFL football training camp practice Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Today marked the first day of public practice inside the stadium.
Aug 1, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Josh Butler (40) during training camp at Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 33 Safety Emany Johnson
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Emany Johnson (39) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 34 RB Malik Davis
Aug 26, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Malik Davis (34) runs the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 43 CB Kemon Hall
Aug 24, 2019; Carson, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Kemon Hall (37) defends Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Gary Jennings (11) during the fourth quarter at Dignity Health Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 47 LB Darius Harris
Jan 29, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Darius Harris (47) celebrates after winning the AFC Championship game against the Cincinnati Bengals at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 2
(Elevated in Week 6)
No. 53 DE Luiji Vilain
Jun 4, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luiji Vilain (43) runs a drill during OTAs. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
No. 59 LB Brock Mogensen
Aug 31, 2023; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers quarterback Brady Cook (12) runs the ball as South Dakota Coyotes linebacker Brock Mogensen (49) defends during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 65 OL Dakoda Shepley
Oct 25, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks center Dakoda Shepley (64) walks to the locker room following a 13-10 loss against the New Orleans Saints at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 75 OL Josh Ball
Jul 27, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Josh Ball (75) during training camp at Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge Playing Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 84 WR Kelvin Harmon
Nov 18, 2017; Winston-Salem, NC, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack wide receiver Kelvin Harmon (3) catches a pass against Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive back Amari Henderson (4) in the second quarter at BB&T Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 85 TE Princeton Fant
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 11: Princeton Fant #48 of the Dallas Cowboys makes a pass reception against the Los Angeles Rams in the second half during a preseason game at SoFi Stadium on August 11, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Elevations Remaining: 2 (Elevated Week 2)
No. 95 DT Denzel Daxon
Dec 30, 2022; Tucson, AZ, USA; Ohio Bobcats defensive tackle Denzel Daxon (0) against the Wyoming Cowboys during the 2022 Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. ?? DT Jalen Dalton
Aug 29, 2019; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears defensive end Jalen Dalton (78) stands along the bench during the first half against the Tennessee Titans at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 26 CB DaRon Bland (21-Day Practice Window Activated)
Nov 23, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland (26) eats a turkey leg after the Cowboys victory over the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Bland was designated to return ahead of Week 6, with his 21-day activation window starting October 9.
No. 90 DE DeMarcus Lawrence (IR)
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 08: DeMarcus Lawrence #90 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Placed on IR in Week 5, eligible to have activation window opened Week 10.
No. 3 WR Brandin Cooks (IR)
Nov 30, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks (3) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Placed on IR in Week 5, eligible to have activation window opened Week 10.
No. 94 DE Marshawn Kneeland (IR)
Eligible to be have activation window opened in Week 11.
No. 98 DT Jordan Phillips
Bills defensive lineman Jordan Phillips was able to take part in training camp drills.
Jordan Phillips (wrist) was placed on IR ahead of Week 3. He’s now eligible to have his practice window opened.
No. 71 OT Chuma Edoga (IR)
Jul 27, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Chuma Odoga (71) during training camp at Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge Playing Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Earliest return date: Edoga is eligible to have his 21-day practice window opened at any time.
No. 54 DE Sam Williams
Williams is out for the entire year.
No. 62 OT Nathan Thomas (IR)
Thomas was placed on IR before the initial 53, so he’s done for the year.
No. 64 OT Earl Bostick, Jr. (IR)
NORMAN, OK – October 15, 2022 – offensive lineman Earl Bostick Jr. #68 of the Kansas Jayhawks during the game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Oklahoma Sooners at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, OK. Photo by Missy Minear/Kansas Athletics
Bostick was placed on IR in training camp so he’s done for the year.
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