The Dallas Cowboys are hoping to have star defenders Micah Parsons and DaRon Bland back on the field in Week 8, but Jerry Jones' injury update raises doubt.
defense was slammed by the injury bug throughout the first few weeks of the season, but there is some hope they could get close to full strength following the bye week.
DaRon Bland, who was placed on injured reserve before the season with a foot injury, was designated for return, and star edge rusher Micah Parsons, who suffered a high-ankle sprain in a win over the New York Giants, are two players who could immediately provide a boost., but head coach Mike McCarthy says a decision we will not know more about his status for the Week 8 showdown against the San Francisco 49ers until the middle of the week.Jones indicated the duo will be gametime decision.
“You can’t tell today," Jones said. "We're not going to be able to tell their availability until game time" It would be nice to have to All-Pro defenders back on the field, but it's smart to take a conservative approach. However, if the players can show throughout the week of practice that they are progressing and can impact the game without putting themselves at further risk, putting them on the field againstUpdated 2025 NFL Draft order after Week 7: Where do Cowboys stand?
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