In a disappointing blow for the Dallas Cowboys, wide receiver Brandin Cooks will be sidelined for Sunday night’s highly anticipated game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. But the bad news doesn’t stop there, as Cooks will also be missing at least three more games as he has been placed on injured reserve by the team.
The setback came after Cooks developed an infection in his knee following a recent procedure. Initial reports had suggested that he might only miss one game, but Saturday’s announcement confirmed that he will be out for an extended period of time. This leaves a substantial void in the Cowboys’ receiving corps, and it will be imperative for other wideouts to step up in Cooks’ absence.
Names like Jalen Tolbert, KeVontae Turpin, Jalen Brooks, and Ryan Flournoy will now have the opportunity to make a name for themselves and contribute to the team in a meaningful way. The pressure is on for these players to elevate their game and help fill the void left by Cooks’ absence.
To address the situation, the Cowboys made some roster moves in anticipation of Cooks’ extended absence. Linebacker Nick Vigil has been signed to the 53-man roster to provide depth on the defensive side of the ball. Additionally, cornerback Amani Oruwariye and defensive end Carl Lawson have been elevated from the practice squad to bolster the defense.
One notable absence from the call-ups was running back Dalvin Cook, who is still awaiting his Cowboys debut. His presence could have provided a much-needed spark to the offense, but for now, the team will have to make do without him.
As the Cowboys navigate through this challenging period without Cooks, the onus will be on the rest of the team to rally together and overcome this adversity. The next several games will be a true test of the team’s depth and resilience, but with the talent and determination present on the roster, there is still reason for optimism moving forward.