Cowboys Injury Report Shows Mixed News Before Colts Game

Dallas is preparing for its Week 9 game against the Indianapolis Colts with several defensive players dealing with injuries. Cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who has an ankle injury, and linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, listed with hamstring and back issues, were limited at Thursday’s practice after taking a step back on the injury report.

There was progress for the Cowboys’ secondary: rookie safety Caleb Downs and safety P.J. Locke returned to practice after starting the week in concussion protocol. Dallas could still be without defensive end Malachi Lawrence, who has an ankle injury and was expected to miss multiple weeks.

On offense, tight end Jake Ferguson (ankle) and kick returner KaVonte Turpin (ribs) did not practice Thursday. The team’s next practices will help clarify whether Porter, Overshown or Ferguson can return before the game.

Dallas is scheduled to play Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday, November 8, with kickoff set for 1 p.m. ET on FOX. The Cowboys were listed as 5.5-point road favorites, with the over-under at 51.5 points. The game comes ahead of the NFL trade deadline, and the report noted that a strong performance by Colts players Jonathan Taylor or Josh Downs could affect their trade value.