Barber and Ware 'day to day', Adam Jones returns to practice

by Mullin on Dec 1, 2008 2:17 PM CST

IRVING, Texas -- Dallas linebacker DeMarcus Ware and running back Marion Barber were not at practice Monday, the first time the Cowboys were back on the field since both were hurt Thanksgiving Day.

Coach Wade Phillips said both were "day to day." Ware, the NFL sacks leader, has a hyperextended left knee and Barber has a dislocated right pinkie toe.

"We'll see how they are," Phillips said before the early portion of practice open to reporters.

MRI tests Friday revealed no significant damage for Ware and Barber. Both got hurt in the Cowboys' 34-9 victory over Seattle. Phillips expects Ware to practice this week, but was less certain about Barber.

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I fully expect both to play on Sunday

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 1, 2008 2:33 PM CST reply actions

Ware yes, Barber maybe

Cowboys fan since 1978.. I was 3 years old

by Mullin on Dec 1, 2008 2:43 PM CST reply actions

I'd be absolutely shocked and stunned

not to see MB3 in the starting lineup against the Stillers.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Dec 1, 2008 2:51 PM CST up reply actions

+1

They are just resting him as much as possible, but I expect MB3 to be ready for the game. He’ll probably split carries with TChoice 50/50.

T-New, shutting down WR's for Dallas since 2003

by APerfectStar on Dec 1, 2008 3:01 PM CST up reply actions

I expect it to be more than that

For one reason: Pass protection. Barber’s solidly above average in that respect while Choice is, as mucha s I hate to say it-clueless right now. Against the Steelers’ ferocious attack, we need Barber back there more often than not.

by Conjunction on Dec 1, 2008 3:13 PM CST up reply actions

Good point

I know he’s a rookie, but I have the feeling Choice will be able to handle pass protection better than most rookies.

But I agree MB3 is still better at it.

T-New, shutting down WR's for Dallas since 2003

by APerfectStar on Dec 1, 2008 3:35 PM CST up reply actions

I disagree

I watched Choice very close against Seattle on passing downs. He actually did pretty well, far from clueless. I’m sure he doesn’t do it as well as Barber but that doesn’t mean he can’t be competent.

by StillHateTheGiants on Dec 1, 2008 8:21 PM CST up reply actions