The Dallas Cowboys may be without four defenders for their Sept. 27 game against the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro. Cornerback Cobie Durant, who has a hamstring strain, and safety PJ Locke, who tore the plantar fascia in his foot, are expected to miss multiple weeks. Coach Brian Schottenheimer said Dallas has not decided whether either will go on injured reserve.
Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has a hamstring strain, while safety Malik Hooker has a broken forearm. Neither had been cleared after missing the Cowboys’ game against Washington. Schottenheimer said the shorter week could make their status harder to determine, with the first official injury report expected Sept. 23.
Dallas plans to depart Sept. 24 for a 10-hour flight to Rio de Janeiro. Von Miller’s role for the game was not clearly described in the source.
Dallas could turn to other players if the four defenders cannot play. The team used linebacker elevations effectively against Washington and could adjust its secondary. Jaishawn Barham, who has dealt with a stinger, and Dee Winters, who has had a shoulder issue, are doing well and might 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.” He later confirmed on 105.3 The Fan that the comment referred to possible football additions and said he would spend to improve a team he views positively. Jones also praised defensive tackles Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark as key defensive pieces.
