Cowboys @ Eagles Injury Report: Good News For Dallas

by Dave Halprin on Oct 26, 2011 3:37 PM CDT in Dallas Cowboys News

After an injury-riddled start to the 2011 season, the Dallas Cowboys are just about back to full health. Only Felix Jones was unable to practice on Wednesday, and even he is getting better as he got out of the protective boot he was wearing on Monday. With the emergence - that word is a little soft - with the explosion of DeMarco Murray on Sunday, the Cowboys have less to worry about while waiting on the return of Felix.

Jason Hatcher will be back this week as will Derrick Dockery. Oh yeah, David Buehler, too. And Bruce Carter is practicing and was reported to be learning some special teams assignments, meaning he could possibly see action this week.

Hatcher was having a productive beginning of the season until his calf injury, and in his place we've seen Marcus Spears put together some productive games, too. It's unclear who will start, but in Rob Ryan's defense, everybody plays, so the issue of who starts probably doesn't have as much meaning.

As for Dockery, he'll have to ride the pine as long as Montrae Holland plays like he did on Sunday against the Rams. And again, I ask, what is Buehler still doing on the roster?

On the Philly side of things, they are completely healthy after a bye week. Trent Cole will be back as will Jason Peters.

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Im asking myself the same question

what is Buehler still doing on the roster?

Why are we keeping dead weight and releasing guys like Holley who can contribute?

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by Antonio S on Oct 26, 2011 3:51 PM CDT reply actions

I have been saying this for a good year now

why is David Buehler still here? seriously this is getting pathetic if its really Jerry being butt hurt that his draft pick didn’t work out

your telling me you would rather carry an inconsistent kicker who’s kicking off is the only thing he brings to the roster OVER a backup guard for depth, a fast kick returner or a depth cornerback?

this is by far one of the stupidest roster decisions I have ever seen in my life

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by Archie Barberio on Oct 26, 2011 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions

according to Bob Sturm

Mr. Jones doesn’t want to pay an injury settlement to Buehler. So he is biding his time until he is healthy. Until he is fully healthy he stays and takes up a valuable roster spot.

Who are you?!
I'm Kick Ass!

by TexasGarcia37 on Oct 26, 2011 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions

Interesting info. Thanks.

Cry 'Havoc!'

by tanstaafl on Oct 26, 2011 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions

grins......

in your best clint eastwood… tell us how you really feel !

hahaahaha

woman !, don't try to understand em, don't try to make them understand you, for they are a breed apart ! lol
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Id say RIP Al Davis, but i know your up there drunker than a monkey and clocking angels in the 40 yd dash.

by demonbane on Oct 26, 2011 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions

+1,000,000

by i dont rent Im a romowner on Oct 26, 2011 9:50 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions

Holley got released?

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I'm a locksmith..and..I'm a locksmith. -- Frank Drebin.

by White Wolf on Oct 26, 2011 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions

not that I know of

I was talking in general about that roster spot ,like we can sign a guard, returner or CB and drop Buehler

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by Archie Barberio on Oct 26, 2011 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions

Holley is supposed to get the axe soon

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by Antonio S on Oct 26, 2011 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions

supposedly

supposedly that is the rumor

they worked out 14 players the other day, something is up

I wish they would sign Johnny Lee Higgins, we need a kick/punt returner

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by Archie Barberio on Oct 26, 2011 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions

As soon as Garrett became HC

Working out players on a weekly basis became the norm.

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by Antonio S on Oct 26, 2011 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions

and I like that.

The Garrett Guillotine demands more blood!
by Blue Eyed Devil on Sep 5, 2011 3:30 PM PDT

If you're going to eat poison, you might as well lick the plate.

by Final Frame on Oct 26, 2011 5:05 PM CDT up reply actions

Big Bill did the same thing.

If a player goes down then you have a handle on who you want to bring in.

It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Oct 26, 2011 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions

Kid's clever, eh.

Cry 'Havoc!'

by tanstaafl on Oct 26, 2011 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions

no doubt

It's not if you win or lose, it's who gets the blame...........Lock n Load

by DIRE WOLF on Oct 26, 2011 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions

When you said good news, I was expecting this

On the Philly side of things, they are completely healthy after a bye week. Trent Cole will be back as will Jason Peters.

I kid.

I am excited for sunday night. The eagles will be prepared and should be desperate for a win. Last week was a test as to whether this team could bury a weaker opponent. They passed that test.

This week’s is whether they can land a knockout punch on the road against a division foe.

"Confidence doesn't come out of nowhere. It's a result of something... hours and days and weeks and years of constant work and dedication." --Roger Staubach

by dave33 on Oct 26, 2011 3:52 PM CDT reply actions

Sunday night game too

idk but night games on national television always up the stakes a little bit

I know people hate Collinsworth but he is the new Madden, I really like that guy, he is just a great announcer to listen too

then you got Al Michaels who knows a little bit about the game, but his player knowledge is fantastic, he has a great voice too, every time there is a big play his voice just intensifies it

I want to hear Al Michaels screaming Dez Bryant’s name all night

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by Archie Barberio on Oct 26, 2011 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions

+88

I want to hear Al Michaels screaming Dez Bryant’s name all night

And clearly there is a homophobic retort in there that I will leave alone after hearing you rant about what you would do to Nnamdi…. still gives me nightmares lol

Semper Fi Do or Die

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by Jeremiah_24 on Oct 26, 2011 4:09 PM CDT up reply actions

lol

I’m not gay, but there is nothing wrong with a man crush!

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by Archie Barberio on Oct 26, 2011 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions

Bro, if you don't have a man crush on Dez somethings wrong

Semper Fi Do or Die

"With Garrard or Kitna we have a chance to win the superbowl" Ben24626 o.O

by Jeremiah_24 on Oct 26, 2011 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions

Amen

In '08,"I want Dez! I want Dez!" In '10,"WE DRAFTD DEZ!!! WE DRAFTED DEZ!!! HOLY S#!* WE GOT DEZ!"

by codydoser on Oct 26, 2011 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions

Cast a glance to your right

before you say “ahhh men” to man-crush stuff.

Cry 'Havoc!'

by tanstaafl on Oct 26, 2011 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions

Fortunately,

the girlfriend was out with friends, I knew I was home alone ;)

In '08,"I want Dez! I want Dez!" In '10,"WE DRAFTD DEZ!!! WE DRAFTED DEZ!!! HOLY S#!* WE GOT DEZ!"

by codydoser on Oct 26, 2011 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions

I don't hate collinsworth at all.

I find him great to listen too, always has the scoop on a player who has just made a great catch. The guy works hard, and it shows. Plus I’ve heard alot of great interviews of him on the Jim Rome radio show.

In '08,"I want Dez! I want Dez!" In '10,"WE DRAFTD DEZ!!! WE DRAFTED DEZ!!! HOLY S#!* WE GOT DEZ!"

by codydoser on Oct 26, 2011 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions

Collinsworth

The guy used to be a receiver for the bengals back in the early 80s late 70s. He should know a little bit about the WR spot.

by Aaron Burtram on Oct 26, 2011 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions

and for the eagles perspective he should know about losing super bowls and not getting a ring

The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists

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by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on Oct 26, 2011 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions

Once they iron out the wrinkles...

to quote Dez " I think we are unbeatable!"

by krimsonrane on Oct 26, 2011 4:03 PM CDT reply actions

Dude...

Don’t start with the Jinx so early in the week lol I’ll remember this after the game no matter what way it goes.

In '08,"I want Dez! I want Dez!" In '10,"WE DRAFTD DEZ!!! WE DRAFTED DEZ!!! HOLY S#!* WE GOT DEZ!"

by codydoser on Oct 26, 2011 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions

Lol.. just trying to stay positive

had enough BIG letdowns this season already

by krimsonrane on Oct 26, 2011 4:33 PM CDT reply actions

Just curious...

Any know the early spread on the game?

Go Cowboys.....Go White Sox.....

by goat3000 on Oct 26, 2011 4:38 PM CDT reply actions

+3 1/2 I think

by Roy c on Oct 26, 2011 4:42 PM CDT reply actions

Eagles - 3 or 3 1/2

by Roy c on Oct 26, 2011 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions

The money line is 160/170 so according to Vegas Dallas has less then a 40% chance on the road. The line surprised me a bit.

by Trey, on Oct 26, 2011 5:58 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions

+3/+3.5 as road underdogs means vegas sees these teams as evenly matched on a neutral field.

"The tone is business," Garrett said. "Let's get to work. The Giants are going to be at the Meadowlands on Sunday at 4:15. They're an awfully good football team. We have to get ready for them."

by Rohpuri on Oct 27, 2011 2:10 AM CDT up reply actions

Ok, so looks like...

… their line shapes up as Peters, Mathis, Kelce, Watkins and Herremans, left to right. How’s Rob going to whup them and their team-mates?

Cry 'Havoc!'

by tanstaafl on Oct 26, 2011 4:45 PM CDT reply actions

He's got three bullies over there waiting...

for Mr. Vick.

Go Cowboys.....Go White Sox.....

by goat3000 on Oct 26, 2011 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions

Oh, there's more than 3.

Cry 'Havoc!'

by tanstaafl on Oct 26, 2011 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions

This is great news

With the pathetic Eagles D I really except to see this (jump to 1:45)

Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN

by thebigham on Oct 26, 2011 5:52 PM CDT reply actions

REALLY?

WHO DOES THAT?

How about the next time you post a vid, you let us know that there’s a fat stupidface in there?

Man, I coulda gone my whole life without seeing that again.

Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not his own facts.

by Nickthegrip on Oct 26, 2011 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions

lol

by demonbane on Oct 26, 2011 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions

seeing what?

Romo calling out TO for the hot read to go for a big TD?

Tony Romo 2011's League's Most Valuable Player and 2012's Superbowl MVP
"No one gives us the right, we take it." L. ~SPN

by thebigham on Oct 26, 2011 9:05 PM CDT up reply actions

Awwww, you miss Wade!

by Fernie67 on Oct 26, 2011 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions

All the Murray hype

is setting the stage for unrealistic expectations.

While it was amazing, his performance came against the worst run defense in the league.
How is he in blitz pickup?
I remember when Gronk missed a block last year against the giants.

I think it will be a hard fought game, but as long as the boys don’t make the mental mistakes, they should have this one.

that which doesn't kill you, probably hurts like hell.

by JasonAHeath on Oct 26, 2011 5:53 PM CDT reply actions

Rule #1. Never heed hype

btw, killer sig, well, at least very painful.

Cry 'Havoc!'

by tanstaafl on Oct 26, 2011 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions

Only 10 teams in histroy have given up 250+ yards for a running back (even the Lasted placed Rams have not allowed it before this weekend). Rams or not… It’s still an incredible feather in his cap.

by The Loco Llama on Oct 26, 2011 6:25 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions

I want to put the dagger in philly..the death blow. I wish Dallas have the killer edge to do it.

by lostar2009 on Oct 26, 2011 7:30 PM CDT via mobile reply actions

Yep,

and pair it with a victory over the Giants and we are in great shape for the division. Always nice to win the first of a 2 game series. I think a W in Philly will mean more to our confidence than the big Rams victory.

by Silverblue on Oct 26, 2011 9:17 PM CDT up reply actions

I think this is a must win game.

A loss puts us in a tie with philly and they have the tie-breaker. AND the giants have Miami at home, so that will put us 2 games behind them.

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by fs65 on Oct 27, 2011 9:41 AM CDT up reply actions

I feel pretty confident about this game. We tend to beat the Eagles in Philly in prime-time. It’s the day games out there I don’t like. Look it up, I’m pretty sure I’m right.

by Perry the Platypus on Oct 26, 2011 7:46 PM CDT via mobile reply actions

I want to win this game so badly

If we lose this game it doesn’t wreck the season, it’s not a must win.

But I think that the Eagles with where they are, if you’re a team that believes it should have beaten the Patriots you go out there and beat the Eagles.

You take this Eagles team and deliver the dagger. Give them loss 5 and officially end any hope of them getting into the playoffs.

Cowboys to the Superbowl

by Blue Eyed Devil on Oct 26, 2011 11:09 PM CDT reply actions

bad part is it is a must win in a way......

dallas loses and eagles are a 1/2 game up on us, not what i want to see this year .

by demonbane on Oct 27, 2011 12:36 AM CDT up reply actions

Yep must win.

Also, Giants are going to beat Miami at home and our loss will put us 2 games behind.

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"The next starter is up!" - Coach Garrett

by fs65 on Oct 27, 2011 9:43 AM CDT up reply actions

Hatcher Baby!!

Can’t wait to see him again. He was a force in the first two games man.

I am worried about Trent Cole…

If something in sports is the worst thing that's ever happened to you, you've lived a pretty good life.

by Qpalzm94 on Oct 26, 2011 11:49 PM CDT reply actions

fellings go with every game

and mine is that we need one win from philly to get into playoffs and really hope that this game shuts them down. Bad thing is you gotta expect even great teams agains bad division teams are wild games, but gotta expect a 50/50 split best you can count on and that puts us at a 10-6 going into the playoffs. I think that is way to close for comfort. I suggested a clean sweep of the division if we beat partiots. The way we lost leaves me to believe that more hope is out there than originally thought. So a 5-1 division looks to me as a possiblity lets not put so much on this game as a must win we out class a lost to the philly im gonna pay the guys we dont need right now super bowl busters….
love this site man no one ever answers me but hell iget to say this to someone other than my wife who we all know doesnt care lololoolo…….

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