Cowboys vs. Bengals week 14 injury updates
Monday Night Football in Week 14 brings an intriguing matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals (4-8) and the Dallas Cowboys (5-7) at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. With the game kicking off at 8:15 p.m. ET, injuries on both sides are set to play a pivotal role in the outcome. Below is a detailed breakdown of the injury report for each team.
Game Time: Monday, December 9, 8:15 p.m. ET
The Cowboys face notable challenges with Zack Martin and Juanyeh Thomas out. Additionally, Trevon Diggs’ questionable status leaves uncertainty in their defensive secondary, and CeeDee Lamb’s lingering shoulder issue could impact the passing game.
The Bengals’ offensive line takes a hit with Orlando Brown Jr. out, leaving Joe Burrow potentially vulnerable. While Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are expected to play, their limited participation raises questions about their peak performance.
The Cowboys will need their defense to step up against the Bengals’ No. 1-ranked passing offense. If Trevon Diggs suits up, his pairing with DaRon Bland could help contain Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.
Cincinnati’s struggling defense ranks near the bottom in points allowed and red-zone defense. With Sheldon Rankins out, the Bengals need their younger players, like Kris Jenkins Jr., to rise to the challenge.
Ja’Marr Chase leads the league in receiving yards and touchdowns, while CeeDee Lamb aims to power through a nagging shoulder injury to help the Cowboys. Their performance will be pivotal.
Both teams rank near the bottom in rushing yards per game. This could be an area where Rico Dowdle (Cowboys) and Chase Brown (Bengals) attempt to make an impact.
| Player | Position | Injury | Thu | Fri | Sat | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Guyton | T | Ankle/Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Questionable |
| Zack Martin | G | Ankle/Shoulder | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
| Juanyeh Thomas | S | Knee | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
| Nick Vigil | ILB | Foot | DNP | DNP | DNP | Questionable |
| Trevon Diggs | CB | Knee | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
| CeeDee Lamb | WR | Shoulder | DNP | LP | LP | Unspecified |
| DeMarvion Overshown | LB | Hamstring | LP | LP | FP | Unspecified |
| DaRon Bland | CB | Foot | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Brandin Cooks | WR | NIR-Rest/Knee | LP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Jake Ferguson | TE | Concussion | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Malik Hooker | S | NIR-Rest | LP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Eric Kendricks | LB | NIR-Rest/Shoulder | LP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Marshawn Kneeland | DE | Knee | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Jourdan Lewis | CB | NIR-Rest | LP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Osa Odighizuwa | DT | Shoulder | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Cooper Rush | QB | Knee | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Tyler Smith | OL | Ankle | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Player | Position | Injury | Thu | Fri | Sat | Game Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Brown | OT | Fibula | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
| Joe Burrow | QB | Right Wrist | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Ja’Marr Chase | WR | Ankle | LP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Cody Ford | G | Back | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Tee Higgins | WR | NIR-Rest | LP | LP | LP | Unspecified |
| Charlie Jones | WR | Groin | LP | LP | LP | Questionable |
| Amarius Mims | OT | Ankle | LP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Josh Newton | CB | Ankle | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Joseph Ossai | DE | Thumb | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
| Sheldon Rankins | DT | Illness | DNP | DNP | DNP | Out |
| Drew Sample | TE | Ankle | FP | FP | FP | Unspecified |
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