In a surprising turn of events, the Dallas Cowboys are shaking up their roster as they emerge from their BYE week with a 4-2 record. Owner Jerry Jones and the team’s leadership are making bold moves in preparation for their upcoming clash with the Los Angeles Rams on October 28.
The breaking news comes courtesy of Dallas Morning News’ Michael Gehlken, a reliable source for all things Cowboys. According to Gehlken, linebacker Mikel Jones and offensive tackle Alex Taylor-Prioleau have been released from the practice squad. Moreover, he offers a glimpse into what might be on the horizon for the Cowboys under the guidance of head coach Mike McCarthy.
Gehlken’s report stated, “The Cowboys have bid farewell to OT Alex Taylor-Prioleau and LB Mikel Jones from the practice squad. Although no replacements have been announced yet, it’s clear that action is imminent in the coming days. With the practice squad currently at 12 out of a possible 16 players, the Cowboys conducted several player tryouts last week.”
The release of Jones and Taylor-Prioleau, while not impacting the starting lineup, raises eyebrows because NFL teams typically maintain a full practice squad. With four vacant spots, the Cowboys’ strategy for filling them remains shrouded in mystery.
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In a twist of fate, Jerry Jones has turned his attention to star wide receiver Michael Gallup, questioning his performance. Although Gallup’s struggles this season are partially due to his ongoing recovery from an ACL injury, Jones openly discussed his concerns. After a lackluster performance with just three catches for 24 yards against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 6, Jones commented on 105.3 The Fan, saying, “I thought Gallup had a little problem in the game. He’s still evolving, I think, trying to return from his injury. We had solid performances from our other receivers against the Chargers.”
The situation is undeniably challenging. While Gallup’s ACL injury deserves consideration, the Cowboys are in dire need of consistent performance from their starting receivers, which Gallup has failed to deliver apart from standout showings against the Arizona Cardinals and the New England Patriots.
Adding to the intrigue, the New York Giants have made a move by “poaching” a player from the Cowboys’ practice squad. They signed offensive lineman Sean Harlow, who joined the Giants’ active roster due to practice squad player signing rules. As long as Harlow remains on the roster until November 12, the Cowboys will face him when they clash with the Giants in Week 10. However, it remains to be seen if Harlow will actually see playing time, as he was left on the bench during the Giants’ Week 7 victory over the Washington Commanders.
As the Cowboys and Jerry Jones hunt for fresh talent to replenish their practice squad, the ever-evolving drama in Dallas continues to captivate football fans nationwide.
