The Dallas Cowboys have reeled off three wins in a row, including back-to-back short week victories over the defending conference champions. What has it got them? The need to keep winning, that's what. Next up on the schedule, a Thursday tilt with the Detroit Lions. The Cowboys are a half game behind the Lions in the playoff race, as both squads are on the outside looking in, currently.
In essence, with the way the teams ahead of them are playing, this is a de facto elimination game.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBoth teams began their preparation on Sunday, so it's a perfect time to reflect on the Cowboys' 53-man roster, as well as the players who are on the practice squad and the injured lists.
No. 0 LB DeMarvion Overshown
Jul 27, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (0) signs autographs at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 1 WR Jalen Tolbert
Jul 27, 2022; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys receiver Jalen Tolbert (18) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsNo. 3 WR George Pickens
Sep 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens (3) reacts after a play against the New York Giants during the fourth quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesNo. 4 QB Dak Prescott
Dec 10, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) smiles on the field after the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsNo. 5 Punter Bryan Anger
Dallas Cowboys punter Bryan Anger (5) prepares for the game against the Giants, at MetLife Stadium. Sunday, September 10, 2023No. 6 Safety Donovan Wilson
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 04: NFL player KaVontae Turpin of the Dallas Cowboys attends the NFL Pro Bowl Weekend Celebrity All-Star Game 2023 benefiting the charity D Up On Cancer at the Cox Pavilion on February 04, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)No. 10 QB Joe Milton
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 14: Joe Milton III #10 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)No. 13 DE Dante Fowler, Jr.
Sep 29, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Washington Commanders linebacker Dante Fowler Jr. (6) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesNo. 14 Safety Markquese Bell
Wednesday: Limited |No. 17 Kicker Brandon Aubrey
Sep 17, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys place kicker Brandon Aubrey (17) watches his field goal in the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsNo. 19 WR Ryan Flournoy
Jul 27, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy (19) at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 21 CB Caelen Carson
Jul 22, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Caelen Carson (21) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 23 RB Jaydon Blue
Jul 27, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue (34) carries the ball at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 25 CB Trikweze Bridges
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Trikweze Bridges #25 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up before the NFL 2025 game between Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)No. 26 CB DaRon Bland
Jul 22, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland (26) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 27 CB Reddy Steward
Sep 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Reddy Steward (27) breaks up a pass intended for New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) during the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn ImagesNo. 28 Safety Malik Hooker
Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Malik Hooker (28) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsNo. 29 CB C.J. Goodwin
Jan 16, 2022; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive back C.J. Goodwin (29) catches a pass for a first down on a fake punt in the fourth quarter against the San Francisco 49ers in a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsNo. 33 RB Javonte Williams
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 14: Javonte Williams #33 of the Dallas Cowboys runs for a touchdown during the third quarter of the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)No. 34 CB Shavon Revel, Jr.
Aug 16, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Shavon Revel Jr. (27) looks on before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesNo. 35 LB Marist Liufau
.No. 38 Safety Alijah "Cinco" Clark
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 22: Alijah Clark #38 of the Dallas Cowboys reacts after missing an interception during the first quarter of an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Atlanta Falcons at AT&T Stadium on August 22, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)No. 40 FB Hunter Luepke
Jul 27, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Hunter Luepke (43) during training camp at Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge Playing Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsNo. 41 DE Donovan Ezeiruaku
Aug 9, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku (41) against the Los Angeles Rams in the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 42 DE Jadeveon Clowney
Oct 29, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (24) at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY SportsNo. 43 RB Malik Davis
May 14, 2022; Frisco, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys runningback Malik Davis (34) runs off the field during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsNo. 44 Long Snapper Trent Sieg
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 01: Trent Sieg #44 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates with Chauncey Golston #99 of the Dallas Cowboys after Golston's two point conversion during the second quarter against the New England Patriots at AT&T Stadium on October 01, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)No. 50 LB Shemar James
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 22: Shemar James #50 of the Dallas Cowboys runs for yards following an interception during the second half of an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Atlanta Falcons at AT&T Stadium on August 22, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)No. 52 OG Tyler Booker
Jul 26, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys guard Tyler Booker (52) at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 53 DE James Houston
Aug 16, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker James Houston (53) looks on during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesNo. 54 DE Sam Williams
Jul 26, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams (54) at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 55 LB Logan Wilson
Feb 27, 2020; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Wyoming linebacker Logan Wilson (LB43) speaks to the media during the 2020 NFL Combine in the Indianapolis Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY SportsNo. 56 Center Cooper Beebe
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys center Cooper Beebe (56) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY SportsNo. 59 LB Kenneth Murray
Sep 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. (59) reacts after a play against the New York Giants during the second quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesNo. 60 OT Tyler Guyton
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Tyler Guyton (60) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY SportsNo. 66 OG T.J. Bass
Jul 27, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys guard T.J. Bass (66) Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsNo. 67 iOL Brock Hoffman
Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsNo. 71 OT Nate Thomas
Jul 22, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Nate Thomas (71) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesNo. 73 OG Tyler Smith
.No. 75 OT Hakeem Adeniji
Feb 26, 2020; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Kansas offensive lineman Hakeem Adeniji (OL02) speaks to the media during the 2020 NFL Combine in the Indianapolis Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY SportsNo. 78 OT Terence Steele
Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsNo. 81 WR Jonathan Mingo
Aug 16, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jonathan Mingo (81) celebrates after he catches a pass for a first down against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesNo. 86 TE Luke Schoonmaker
Jul 29, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Luke Schoonmaker (86) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsNo. 87 TE Jake Ferguson
Feb 2, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson (87) participates in the AFC versus NFC Pro Bowl practice and media day at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY SportsNo. 88 WR CeeDee Lamb
Feb 4, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; NFC wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) of the Dallas Cowboys before the 2024 Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY SportsNo. 89 TE Brevyn Spann-Ford
Minnesota Golden Gophers tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford (88) stiff-arms Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Sanoussi Kane (21) during the NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Purdue Boilermakers won 49-30.No. 90 DL Solomon Thomas
Jun 10, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Solomon Thomas (90) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn ImagesNo. 92 DT Quinnen Williams
Oct 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass downfield as New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (95) defends during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn ImagesNo. 93 DT Jay Toia
Jul 24, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Jay Toia speaks to the media during the Big 10 football media day at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-USA TODAY SportsNo. 95 DT Kenny Clark
Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kenny Clark (95) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn ImagesNo. 97 DT Osa Odighizuwa
Jul 31, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa (97) during training camp at the Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY SportsNo. 99 DT Perrion Winfrey
Mar 4, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oklahoma defensive lineman Perrion Winfrey (DL23) talks to the media during the 2022 NFL Combine. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
16Each player on the practice squad can be called up to the big roster a total of 3 times and still revert back to the practice squad following the game without being released to the open market or waivers.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementEach team can elevate two players per week through the regular season.
No. 11 WR Parris Campbell
Jul 22, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys receiver Parris Campbell (80) catches the ball during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesElevations Remaining: 2 (Elevated Week 6)
No. 15 QB Will Grier
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 22: Will Grier #15 of the Dallas Cowboys looks over the line of scrimmage during the second half of the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Atlanta Falcons at AT&T Stadium on August 22, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)Elevations Remaining: 3
No. 16 WR Jalen Cropper
Jul 31, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Moreno-Cropper (16) during training camp at the Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY SportsElevations Remaining: 1 (Elevated in Week 4 & 5)
No. 30 RB Israel Abanikanda
Mar 4, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda (RB01) speaks to the press at the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY SportsElevations Remaining: 3
No. 32 Safety Julius Wood
Jun 5, 2024; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Julius Wood (33) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY SportsElevations Remaining: 3
No. 36 CB Corey Ballentine
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 31: Corey Ballentine #35 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates with teammates after an interception during the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)Elevations Remaining: 1 (Elevated in Week 8, Week 13)
No. 48 DB Zion Childress
Aug 16, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Zion Childress (48) breaks up a pass intended for Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Malik Cunningham (12) during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesElevations Remaining: 2 (Elevated in Week 9)
No. 51 DL Earnest Brown IV
Jun 7, 2022; Thousand Oaks, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Earnest Brown IV (90) during minicamp at Cal Lutheran University. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsElevations Remaining: 3
No. 55 LB Justin Barron
Jun 10, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Justin Barron (55) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn ImagesElevations Remaining: 3
No. 80 WR Traeshon Holden
Aug 22, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Traeshon Holden (7) reacts during the second half against the Atlanta Falcons at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesElevations Remaining: 3
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNo. 84 TE Rivaldo Fairweather
Aug 22, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Rivaldo Fairweather (45) runs with the ball as Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Ford Jr. (28) defends during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesElevations Remaining: 3
No. 85 TE Princeton Fant
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 11: Princeton Fant #48 of the Dallas Cowboys makes a pass reception against the Los Angeles Rams in the second half during a preseason game at SoFi Stadium on August 11, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)Elevations Remaining: 2 (Elevated in Week 9)
No. 91 DE Isaiah Land
Aug 12, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Coy Cronk (64) blocks against Dallas Cowboys linebacker Isaiah Land (53) at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY SportsElevations Remaining: 3
No. 96 DL Adedayo Odeleye
Oct 12, 2021; London, United Kingdom; Adedayo Odeleye (GBR) during the NFL International Combine at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsElevations Remaining: 3
The list of Cowboys who are on the shelf, with each's earliest return dates.No. 2 Safety Juanyeh Thomas
Jul 22, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Juanyeh Thomas (2) during training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesThomas has been added to IR in Week 11, he will not be eligible to return until Week 15.
No. 7 CB Trevon Diggs (IR) - Practice Window Opened
Apr 26, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs talks to a member of the Mavericks staff during the second quarter of the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the LA Clippers during game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY SportsDiggs was placed on IR in Week 8 and had his 21-day practice window opened in Week 14.
No. 24 RB Miles Sanders (IR)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Miles Sanders #27 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)Sanders was moved to IR in Week 6 and is out for the season.
No. 31 CB Josh Butler (IR)
Aug 1, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Josh Butler (40) during training camp at Marriott Residence Inn-River Ridge playing fields. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY SportsButler is eligible to be activated as of Week 5.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNo. 37 RB Phil Mafah (IR)
Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Clemson running back Phil Mafah (RB20) talks to the press during the 2025 NFL Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephanie Amador Blondet-Imagn ImagesMafah is eligible to be activated as of Week 5.
No. 57 LB Jack Sanborn (IR)
Mar 4, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Wisconsin linebacker Jack Sanborn (LB31) talks to the media during the 2022 NFL Combine. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY SportsSanborn was placed on IR in Week 9, he's be eligible to return in Week 13.
No. 65 Rob Jones (IR)
Jul 27, 2025; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys guard Robert Jones (65) at training camp at the River Ridge Fields. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesJones was placed on IR in training camp so he's done for the year.
No. 69 OL Ajani Cornelius (IR)
Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; University of Oregon offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius (OL09) answers questions at a press conference during the 2025 NFL Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn ImagesCornelius was placed on IR prior to Week 11, he'll be eligible to return in Week 15
No. 76 OL Trevor Keegan (IR)
Michigan’s Trevor Keegan holds a beer in one hand and the 2023 National Championship trophy in the other during a parade at the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.Keegan was placed on IR in Week 8, and will be eligible to return after Week 11.
No. 98 DE Payton Turner (IR)
Jun 10, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Payton Turner (98) goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility in Frisco, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn ImagesTurner is eligible to be activated as of Week 5.
This article originally appeared on Cowboys Wire: Cowboys updated 53-man roster, practice squad for Week 14
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