During Thursday’s Cowboys practice, running back Jaydon Blue suffered an ankle injury after defensive end Sam Williams grabbed his facemask, causing Blue to fall awkwardly to the ground. He remained down for some time before being taken by cart to the injury tent and eventually escorted to the training room for further evaluation.
Blue later returned to the field, but was dressed in street clothes, indicating he would not continue practicing. He confirmed to Fort Worth Star-Telegram reporter Nick Harris that the injury was to his ankle, though he downplayed its severity and insisted he was fine. Despite his optimism, Blue’s status for Saturday’s preseason opener against the Rams is now uncertain.
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The injury comes at an unfortunate time for Blue, who has been building momentum in camp. As a fifth-round pick, he’s become a strong candidate for a prominent role in the Cowboys’ offense, especially after proving his commitment and dispelling doubts about his work ethic.
In the broader context of the team’s backfield, veterans Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders are also expected to carry a significant load. Meanwhile, tight end Jake Ferguson added to the team’s injury concerns after exiting practice early due to a hit to the back from linebacker Kenneth Murray.
