Dallas Cowboys are one of the stronger sides in this year’s NFL. They have had some good trades and brought on board a strong side. However, now that the competition is well into Week 1, there’s some concerning news coming out of the Cowboys’ camp. Reportedly, as many as three of their players are nursing injuries. The shocking news comes out as the team locks horns with the New York Giants.

Just hours away from the game. Dallas Cowboys have been left reeling with injuries to their star players. The team will have to rethink their strategies and make some last-minute changes to counter the injuries. However, it could also mean a change of prospects for the side.

Dallas Cowboys have growing injury concerns ahead of the season opener

28 years since last getting hands on the SB trophy, Dallas’s season ahead has now become more challenging. The injured list includes offensive tackle Tyler Smith, defensive end Sam Williams, and safety Donovan Wilson. Out of the three, Smith participated in last Friday’s practice session.

Dallas Cowboys have problems of plenty to address hours before their opening game. NFL 2023 was looking to be the team’s best shot at winning the SB trophy. However, injuries to offensive tackle Tyler Smith and defensive players Sam Williams and Donovan Wilson. Smith suffered a hamstring injury last Monday. The OT made it to Friday’s practice session.

Moving on, Sam Williams is having a small niggle with his toe. Though his status is deemed as “questionable”. There are optimistic signs that the DE should take the field against the Giants. The major concern is the fitness of safety Donovan Wilson. He is currently dealing with an injured calf that he picked up in late July. However, he was given a 4-6 weeks timeframe for a comeback. The comeback seems rather doubtful as the team prepares for replacements. Cowboys would look to seize on every opportunity this season.

Dallas Cowboys looking to start on a positive note

Amidst all the injuries to the players. Cowboys will still believe in themselves to go out and express themselves on the field. Facing a familiar Giants team at the MetLife stadium, there are some key matchups. The side has immense faith in their QB Dak Prescott who is set to lead the mantle. He has now found support in the HC Mike McCarthy.

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It’s a great chance for Micah Parsons to display his abilities. As the fixture draws closer going by the team’s history. The season openers haven’t gone in favor of the Cowboys. However, this season promises some changes to the pattern. As per certain analysts, this could well be the cause, unless something miraculous happens.

In a palpable discussion that is making life difficult. Cowboys find some closure in their QB Prescott’s abilities to lead the offense. With injuries to the seasoned defense players, it’s up to the replacements to make things count. So who’s the night it’s gonna be the Cowboys or will the Giants throw a power punch?

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