Dallas Cowboys Activate All-Pro CB DaRon Bland from Injured Reserve

Bland's return is expected to bolster the Cowboys' struggling secondary after his absence due to a foot injury.

Bland suffered a stress fracture in his foot during training camp, sidelining him for the first eight weeks of the 2024 NFL season.
The Cowboys activated Bland on the last day of his 21-day practice window, avoiding moving him to season-long injured reserve.
Despite being cleared, Bland's participation in the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons remains uncertain as he regains full fitness.
During Bland's absence, the Cowboys' defense has struggled, ranking 20th in passing yards allowed and 25th in opponent passer rating.
With Bland back, the Cowboys hope to improve their turnover rate, which has significantly dropped compared to last season.