Dallas could be missing four defensive players when it meets the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro on Sept. 27. Cornerback Cobie Durant is managing a hamstring strain, while safety PJ Locke tore the plantar fascia in his foot. Both are expected to miss multiple weeks, though coach Brian Schottenheimer said Dallas has not decided whether either will go on injured reserve.
Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, also dealing with a hamstring strain, and safety Malik Hooker, who has a broken forearm, have not been cleared after sitting out the game against Washington. Schottenheimer said the shorter week could make their availability hard to establish, with the first official injury report set for Sept. 23.
Dallas could turn to other players, including linebacker elevations that worked against Washington, and adjust its secondary. Linebackers Jaishawn Barham and Dee Winters are doing well after a stinger and a shoulder issue, respectively, and may not be listed on the report.
Owner Jerry Jones told reporters after the Washington win, “There is nothing more dangerous than an old man with money.” He later said on 105.3 The Fan that the comment referred to potential football additions and that he would spend to improve a team he views positively. Jones highlighted defensive tackles Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark as key defensive pieces.
Dallas plans to depart Sept. 24 for a 10-hour flight to Rio de Janeiro. The source did not clearly describe Von Miller’s role. The El Paso Times reported the injury news and Jones’ remarks.
