Cowboys vs Ravens: Wednesday Injury Report - Key Players to Watch
The Dallas Cowboys and Baltimore Ravens are set to clash in a Week 8 matchup, and injury concerns are already looming large over both teams. Here's a breakdown of the Wednesday injury report, highlighting the key players to watch as we approach the game:
Dallas Cowboys:
Injured:
- Dak Prescott (Right Thumb): The Cowboys quarterback suffered a thumb injury in Week 7, leaving his status for Week 8 in doubt. Prescott was seen wearing a protective cast and is considered day-to-day. While he's listed as questionable, his availability will be a game-changer for the Cowboys.
- Michael Gallup (Right Ankle): The wide receiver has missed the past two games due to an ankle injury and is still considered day-to-day. His return would be a huge boost to the Cowboys' offensive firepower.
- Anthony Barr (Hamstring): The linebacker remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. His status for Week 8 is uncertain.
- Donovan Wilson (Quadriceps): The safety is dealing with a quadriceps injury and his availability is uncertain.
Limited:
- Tyron Smith (Ankle): The left tackle was limited in practice due to an ankle injury. While he has played in every game this season, his health is crucial to protect Prescott and open up the run game.
- Jayron Kearse (Knee): The safety was limited due to a knee injury. His presence in the secondary is vital for the Cowboys.
Ravens:
Injured:
- Ronnie Stanley (Ankle): The left tackle has been a constant fixture on the injury report and is still considered week-to-week. His absence will continue to be a major challenge for the Ravens' offensive line.
- Gus Edwards (Knee): The running back remains on injured reserve, and his return timeline is unclear.
- Mark Andrews (Knee): The tight end is still dealing with a knee injury and his status is uncertain for Week 8.
Limited:
- Calais Campbell (Knee): The veteran defensive tackle was limited in practice due to a knee injury. His presence in the middle of the defensive line is vital for the Ravens.
- Lamar Jackson (Hip): The quarterback was limited in practice with a hip injury. While it's likely a precautionary measure, his health is paramount to the Ravens' success.
Key Takeaways:
- The status of Dak Prescott is the biggest question mark heading into this game. If he can't play, the Cowboys offense will be severely hampered.
- The Ravens offensive line continues to be a major concern with Ronnie Stanley still sidelined.
- The health of Lamar Jackson, Mark Andrews, and Calais Campbell will be crucial for the Ravens' offensive and defensive success.
This injury report is subject to change, so keep an eye out for updates as we approach game day.
