The Dallas Cowboys may be without four defensive players for their Sept. 27 meeting with the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro. Cornerback Cobie Durant is dealing with a hamstring strain, while safety PJ Locke has a torn plantar fascia and is expected to miss multiple weeks. Coach Brian Schottenheimer said Dallas has not decided whether either player will go on injured reserve.
Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has a hamstring strain, and safety Malik Hooker has a broken forearm. Neither had been cleared to return after missing the game against Washington. Schottenheimer said the shorter week could make their availability harder to establish, with Dallas’ first official injury report due Sept. 23.
If the four players cannot play, he said the team would use other options, including linebacker elevations that worked against Washington and changes in the secondary. Jaishawn Barham and Dee Winters, who have dealt with a stinger and a shoulder issue, respectively, are doing well and may not be listed on the injury report.
After the Washington win, owner Jerry Jones said, “There is nothing more dangerous than an old man with money.” On 105.3 The Fan, he connected the comment to possible football additions and said he was willing to spend to strengthen a team he views positively. Jones identified defensive tackles Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark as important defensive pieces.
Dallas is scheduled to leave Sept. 24 for a 10-hour flight to Rio de Janeiro. The source did not clearly describe Von Miller’s role. The El Paso Times reported the injury updates and Jones’ comments.