The Dallas Cowboys received some tough news after yesterday’s practice. Tight end John Stephens tore his ACL, ending his season and marking the second year in a row he’s been sidelined by the same injury.
Cowboys TE John Stephens suffered a torn ACL in his left knee in Wednesday’s practice, according to sources. He missed last year with the same injury in the same knee. Surgery upcoming. He had yet to be active for a game this season but the club liked his upside.
— Todd Archer (@toddarcher) October 24, 2024
It’s a tough break for a young player the Cowboys were counting on to develop. John Stephens’ potential will have to be put on hold yet again due to another ACL tear.
As for the rest of the team, here’s an update on where Dallas stands following Thursday’s practice.
Today’s Cowboys practice report:
Brandon Aubrey DNP, still performing his civic duty.
Micah Parsons and DaRon Bland still DNPs. Nick Vigil is a new addition. pic.twitter.com/NQbfl1TWyM
— Joseph Hoyt (@JoeJHoyt) October 24, 2024
Micah Parsons missed practice again after working with the training staff, and head coach Mike McCarthy said his status for Sunday remains “up in the air.” Also sitting out were DaRon Bland, who’s yet to make his season debut due to a foot injury, and kicker Brandon Aubrey, who was excused for jury duty.
Limited in practice were Eric Kendricks (calf) and wide receiver Ryan Flournoy (ankle). Meanwhile, defensive tackle Jordan Phillips (wrist) and cornerback Caelen Carson were full participants for the second day in a row.
As for the 49ers, their injury report is still pending.
