Cowboys' WR Brandin Cooks Out for Four Games Due to Knee Infection
The Dallas Cowboys have placed Brandin Cooks on injured reserve following a knee procedure complication, sidelining him until at least November 10.
- Brandin Cooks developed a knee infection after a procedure, requiring a follow-up surgery to clean out the infection.
- Cooks will miss games against the Steelers, Lions, 49ers, and Falcons, with a potential return against the Eagles.
- Jalen Tolbert is expected to step up as the starting receiver alongside CeeDee Lamb during Cooks' absence.
- The Cowboys have signed linebacker Nick Vigil to the active roster and elevated two players from the practice squad.
- Despite Cooks' slow start this season, the Cowboys hope for a resurgence in his performance upon his return.