Dallas Cowboys Update
Injuries and Player Status
FRISCO — Cowboys tight end Luke Schoonmaker is in concussion protocol and won’t practice on Wednesday and most likely is out for Friday’s preseason finale against the Falcons.
Coach Brian Schottenheimer said Schoonmaker suffered the concussion during Tuesday’s practice. The Cowboys are short handed at tight end with Brevyn Spann-Ford also out, nursing a high-ankle sprain.
Also, starting cornerback DaRon Bland didn’t practice with an unknown health issue. At least nine defensive players missed practice, including six cornerbacks.
As it stands, the team is also missing wide receiver Jonathan Mingo (knee), tackle Tyler Guyton (knee) and Saahdiq Charles (knee) on the offense.
Current Team Status
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Player Contracts and Extensions
Parsons is in the middle of a weekslong “hold-in” as he seeks a record-setting extension ahead of the final year of his rookie contract.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has mentioned Mulugheta several times during the offseason, mostly as an obstacle to getting a Parsons extension done.
The Dallas Cowboys owner offered more details in a YouTube interview with Cowboys great Michael Irvin.
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Conclusion
The Dallas Cowboys are dealing with several injuries and player contract issues as they approach the end of the preseason. With key players like Luke Schoonmaker and DaRon Bland out, the team will need to rely on their depth to get through the final game. Meanwhile, the contract situation with Micah Parsons continues to be a major story, with owner Jerry Jones discussing the negotiations in a recent interview. Fans can stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates from the team by following reputable sources like The Dallas Morning News.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
A: The Dallas Cowboys are currently dealing with several injuries and player contract issues as they approach the end of the preseason.
A: Several players are out with injuries, including Luke Schoonmaker, Brevyn Spann-Ford, Jonathan Mingo, Tyler Guyton, and Saahdiq Charles.
A: Micah Parsons is currently in the middle of a weekslong “hold-in” as he seeks a record-setting extension ahead of the final year of his rookie contract.
Player-Specific Questions
A: Luke Schoonmaker suffered a concussion during Tuesday’s practice and is currently in concussion protocol.
A: DaRon Bland is not practicing due to an unknown health issue.
A: Micah Parsons is still in the middle of his weekslong “hold-in” as he seeks a record-setting extension ahead of the final year of his rookie contract.
