Dallas Cowboys All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland is set to miss 6-8 weeks following surgery for a stress fracture in his foot, a significant blow just ahead of the regular season. Bland led the NFL with nine interceptions and set a record with five pick-sixes last season, stepping up after Trevon Diggs' ACL injury. With Bland sidelined, the Cowboys will rely on returning cornerback Diggs and rookie Caelen Carson, who impressed during training camp. The team also faces additional defensive challenges, including the recent departure of Stephon Gilmore to the Minnesota Vikings. The Cowboys' depth at cornerback, already tested by injuries, will be further strained as they prepare for their season opener against the Cleveland Browns.