Cowboys Place Brandin Cooks on Injured Reserve

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks has been placed on injured reserve due to a knee infection following a procedure in New York after a recent game against the Giants. This issue will sideline him for at least the next four games, with his earliest return possible in Week 10 against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Cowboys will rely on players like Jalen Tolbert and KaVontae Turpin to step up in his absence, as Cooks has contributed nine catches for 91 yards and a touchdown this season. The team is also dealing with other injuries, including defensive players Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence. In response, the Cowboys have made roster adjustments, signing linebacker Nick Vigil and promoting players from the practice squad. Cooks' absence is a significant loss, but head coach Mike McCarthy highlights his positive influence on the team beyond the field.