Dallas is preparing for its Sept. 27 game against the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro with uncertainty involving four defensive players. Cornerback Cobie Durant, who has a hamstring strain, and safety PJ Locke, who tore the plantar fascia in his foot, are expected to miss multiple weeks. The team has not decided whether either will go on injured reserve, coach Brian Schottenheimer said.
Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has a hamstring strain, while safety Malik Hooker has a broken forearm. Neither has been cleared to return after missing the game against Washington. Schottenheimer said the shorter week could make their status harder to determine, with Dallas' first official injury report due Sept. 23.
The team is scheduled to leave Sept. 24 for a 10-hour flight to Rio de Janeiro. The source did not clearly describe Von Miller's role for the game.
Schottenheimer said Dallas could rely on other players, including adjustments in the secondary, and noted that linebacker elevations worked effectively against Washington. Jaishawn Barham and Dee Winters, who have dealt with a stinger and a shoulder issue, respectively, are doing well and might not be listed on the injury report.
After the Washington victory, Jones said, "There is nothing more dangerous than an old man with money." He later told 105.3 The Fan that the comment referred to possible football-related additions and praised defensive tackles Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark as central pieces of the defense. The El Paso Times reported the updates.
