Cowboys Stick With Rookie Downs | Dallas Cowboys News

The Cowboys are doubling down on rookie Caleb Downs, keeping him near the line of scrimmage despite safety Malik Hooker’s injury, trusting his blitzing prowess and versatility. With Hooker sidelined by a fracture, backups like P.J. Locke are stepping in, while Schottenheimer emphasizes that rookies are expected to grow — nerves aside — with veteran support helping them thrive. The defense showed grit, forcing four fumbles (including one by Cobie Durant), even if they only recovered one, and missed key interceptions. Next up: a crucial home game against Washington on Sunday at 3:25 PM CT on FOX — time for young talent to shine and turn things around. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/cowboys_plan_to_keep_caleb_downs_near_line_despite_hooker_injury/s1_17810_44304774 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d954392124e7112e Report issues to [email protected].