The Dallas Cowboys returned to the practice field Thursday, and they had a much higher participation rate than they did on Wednesday. Preparing for their matchup with the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday afternoon, the club welcomed back some star power to the fold, even if a sizable portion didn’t fully participate.
On Wednesday, the team hit the field without notable contributors such as WR CeeDee Lamb and CB Trevon Diggs, both missing Wednesday’s work with injuries suffered in their blowout loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 2. Thursday saw their return, in a limited capacity. In addition, there was a step forward for some veterans who, thanks to a vet day off, got to heal some aches and nicks.
RG Zack Martin was among the group of four and the only one who also was listed with an injury. His NIR had a “knee” addendum, but he returned in full on Thursday.
TE Jake Ferguson, continued to be listed as limited as he tries to work back from his Week 1 MCL sprain. One of his backups, John Stephens, has been limited both days as he looks to make his 2024 season debut and is dealing with a hamstring injury.
The worst injury news is that DT Mazi Smith has been out both days dealing with a back injury. The team’s interior defenders got embarrassed against the Saints and really haven’t played well in either game. Jordan Phillips was moved to IR on Wednesday, amidst controversy that he doesn’t really have an injured wrist. The team signed former contributor Carlos Watkins in a corresponding move.
Here’s a look at the complete injury report from Thursday.
