Overview

• Executive VP Stephen Jones said Friday that Sanders is out for the year, and the team made it official Saturday by placing him on season-ending injured reserve.
• Sanders is expected to undergo a chondral tissue graft on his left knee, the same procedure cornerback Trevon Diggs had in January, after leaving Wednesday’s practice early.
• Rookie Jaydon Blue, who debuted in Week 5, moves into the primary backup role behind Javonte Williams, with team leadership praising his explosiveness.
• Following the IR move, Dallas signed wide receiver Jalen Cropper to the active roster from the practice squad.
• On a one-year deal, Sanders logged 117 rushing yards and a touchdown on 20 carries with eight receptions, and analysts note the team could consider veteran running back help before the Nov. 4 trade deadline.