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It’s no surprise the Dallas Cowboys are labeled as dysfunctional once again. And they still haven’t found a way to make Micah Parsons happy. But through the clutter, the Cowboys have to find a way to get their roster in order. And here are two surprise preseason cuts to watch before Week 1.
With the backfield position not inspiring awe, it’s surprising a cut could come from that position. However, Miles Sanders could find himself looking for a new employer if things fall the wrong way over the next week, according to bloggingtheboys.com.
“Despite the Cowboys lack of clarity at the RB position, Miles Sanders time in Dallas looks to be short-lived,” Brian Martin wrote. “Javonte Williams is obviously the RB1 after being held out with the rest of the starters in the preseason, and Jaydon Blue receiving first-team reps prior to his ankle/heel is a pretty good indication he’ll be the primary backup.”
When the Cowboys picked up Sanders, many people speculated that he would be the guy to lead the backfield in 2025. And he’s not completely out the door, sitting as the second-teamer. However, Jaydon Blue appears to be a candidate for a bigger role, Deuce Vaughn remains in the mix, and Phil Mafah is still in the picture.
Sanders carried seven times and gained only 15 yards in the preseason loss to the Ravens. He had been sidelined with a knee issue for most of training camp. So there’s a possibility this injury could still be hindering him. Or it’s a possible sign it may prevent him from making the roster.
Will Sanders be a part of the Cowboys’ running back committee? That remains to be seen, according to ESPN.
“Brian Schottenheimer said the Cowboys spent too much time talking about a committee last year,” Todd Archer wrote. “If Javonte Williams, Miles Sanders, or Jaydon Blue proves to be the best running back in training camp, he will be the starter. Schottenheimer also acknowledged that the Cowboys will need more than one runner to be a successful running team.
“In his time as a playcaller, Schottenheimer has had a main runner (Thomas Jones with the Jets, Steven Jackson with the Rams, Chris Carson with the Seahawks). But [he] has also had multiple backs play larger roles just as many times. There will be a mix, but it won’t be a 50-50 committee.”
Schottenheimer seemed to be in Sanders’ corner earlier this summer, according to atozsports.com.
“I don’t know why anyone would be surprised by Miles’ ability,” Schottenheimer said. “Having been in the division and playing against Miles when he was in Philadelphia, you talk about a guy that’s a home run threat, a guy that’s got incredible ability to hurt you running, catching out of the backfield, all that stuff.”
Still, the clock is ticking faster now. And Schottenheimer must make his choice, according to dallascowboys.com.
“The urgency is...
