# Dallas Cowboys roster and injury developments

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dallas-cowboys-roster-and-injury-developments
> Updated: 2026-11-03T02:15:45.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In mid October, Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer indicated that rookie first-round pick Malachi Lawrence would see increased playing time to address a struggling pass rush. Lawrence, who had played approximately 35% of defensive snaps, recently recorded his first career sack.

By early November, the team faced several injury setbacks following a 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Lawrence was expected to miss several weeks due to an ankle injury, potentially impacting the pass-rush rotation. Other injuries included tight end Jake Ferguson, who suffered an ankle injury, and rookie defensive back Caleb Downs, who entered concussion protocol. Despite concerns regarding protection, owner Jerry Jones stated that quarterback Dak Prescott remains healthy.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-03: Dallas Cowboys face multiple injury setbacks after loss to Cardinals

The Dallas Cowboys face significant injury concerns following their loss to the Cardinals, including setbacks for Malachi Lawrence, Jake Ferguson, and Caleb Downs.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-cowboys-face-multiple-injury-setbacks-after-loss-to-cardinals

### 2026-10-15: Malachi Lawrence expected to see increased playing time for Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys rookie Malachi Lawrence is expected to see increased defensive snaps to bolster a struggling pass rush following his first career NFL sack.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malachi-lawrence-expected-to-see-increased-playing-time-for-dallas-cowboys

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