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Cowboys face Colts without 3 starters because of injuries, including Pickens

Dallas will turn to Ryan Flournoy and Jordan Hudson after three injured starters were deactivated before Sunday’s game, the team said.

  • On Sunday, the Dallas Cowboys ruled wide receiver George Pickens inactive for their Week 9 game against the Indianapolis Colts due to shoulder and hamstring injuries.
  • Despite trade speculation, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported the Dallas Cowboys have held firm against moving Pickens, who has dealt with persistent shoulder and hamstring issues since October.
  • Saturday's roster moves included elevating rookie wide receiver Jordan Hudson and tight end James Mitchell from the practice squad, signaling uncertainty regarding Pickens and Jake Ferguson's availability.
  • With Pickens sidelined, Ryan Flournoy steps into the No. 2 wide receiver role opposite CeeDee Lamb, gaining a significant opportunity against the Colts.
  • Sitting at 3-5, the Dallas Cowboys face a critical matchup in Indianapolis before the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, as a loss could force organizational recalibration.
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Cowboys face Colts without 3 starters because of injuries, including Pickens

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys deactivated three injured starters, including receiver George Pickens, before facing the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

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