Cowboys Placed Two Players on Injured Reserve
Jonathan Bullard and Jalen Thompson will miss at least four games following roster moves by the team.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Football
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The Dallas Cowboys have placed Jonathan Bullard and Jalen Thompson on injured reserve. Both players are expected to be sidelined for a minimum of four games.
Why it matters
The roster adjustments follow a challenging start to the season for the team, which currently holds a 1-2 record through three weeks.
The Cowboys currently surrender an average of 27.3 points per game. The team holds a 1-2 record after recent losses to the Baltimore Ravens and New York Giants.
The players
Jonathan Bullard
He is a professional football player who has been placed on the team's injured reserve list.
Jalen Thompson
He is a professional football player who will miss at least four games due to being moved to injured reserve.
Dallas Cowboys
This is a professional football franchise based in Dallas that competes in the National Football League.
The details
The team moves come as Dallas navigates a difficult defensive stretch, having allowed 34 points in a Week 3 loss to Baltimore and 28 points in a Week 1 loss to the Giants. The defense must now adjust its rotation to compensate for the loss of both players.
Timeline
Week 1: Dallas lost 28-20 to the New York Giants.
Week 2: Dallas defeated the Washington Commanders 37-20.
Week 3: Dallas lost 34-31 to the Baltimore Ravens.
Week 4: Dallas plays the Houston Texans.
Season Trajectory
These roster moves force a reorganization of the defensive depth chart during a critical early-season window. The team must solidify its performance to avoid falling further behind in the division standings before upcoming matchups.
The defense must overcome the loss of two roster spots while maintaining a unit currently allowing over 27 points per game. Fantasy managers should prepare for potential changes in the team's defensive rotation ahead of the Week 4 game against the Houston Texans.
The takeaway
Injuries early in the season often test the depth of a roster and force coaching staffs to rely on backup players to fill critical gaps. Maintaining defensive consistency will be the primary objective for the team as they look to improve upon their current 1-2 record.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by ClutchPoints.
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