Dallas cowboys news today
Here are the latest news and updates from the Dallas Cowboys:
Latest News
- The Cowboys have signed quarterback Will Grier to a one-year contract extension, according to ESPN. Grier has been a backup quarterback for the team since 2020.
- The Cowboys have also signed defensive tackle Carlos Watkins to a one-year contract, according to NFL Network. Watkins has played for the Houston Texans and Buffalo Bills in the past.
- The team has released wide receiver Tavon Austin, according to NFL Network. Austin was signed by the Cowboys in the offseason but struggled to make an impact on the field.
Injury Updates
- Quarterback Dak Prescott is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season after undergoing surgery on his shoulder, according to ESPN. Prescott suffered a shoulder injury in the preseason finale.
- Wide receiver Michael Gallup is expected to miss 4-6 weeks after suffering a knee injury in the preseason finale, according to NFL Network.
- Defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence is expected to miss 2-4 weeks after suffering a knee injury in the preseason finale, according to ESPN.
Coaching News
- The Cowboys have hired former NFL quarterback Jon Kitna as their new quarterbacks coach, according to ESPN. Kitna played for the Seattle Seahawks, Cincinnati Bengals, and Dallas Cowboys during his playing career.
- The team has also hired former NFL defensive coordinator Kris Richard as their new defensive backs coach, according to NFL Network. Richard has coached for the Seattle Seahawks and Dallas Cowboys in the past.
Other News
- The Cowboys have announced their 53-man roster for the regular season, which includes several new faces and some notable cuts.
- The team has also announced their practice squad, which includes several players who were cut from the 53-man roster.