3 players Cowboys need to remain healthy in 2026

Injuries are common in football, and remaining healthy is important for reaching the final goal. The Dallas Cowboys have experienced injuries to key players that have affected their chances of success. Optimism exists for the 2026 season, but overall health will be critical. Several players have injury concerns that could limit their roles. Tyler Guyton has struggled to stay healthy, and recurring injuries have reduced his development and playing time, potentially leading to Drew Shelton being selected as a future option at left tackle. DeMarvion Overshown has suffered season-ending ACL injuries to both knees, spending significant time rehabbing, and his contract-year impact depends on his ability to play an entire season. His availability could also affect a thin linebacker group.

"Injuries are just part of the game in such a physical sport as football. To become the last team standing, remaining as healthy as possible is a good way to reach that goal. Sadly, that's easier said than done. The Dallas Cowboys have had their fair share of injuries over the years to key players that has absolutely impacted their chance of success. Heading into to the 2026 NFL season there's a lot of optimism they could be a Super Bowl contender, but to be so, the teams overall health will be key."

"In two seasons with the Cowboys, Tyler Guyton's inability to remain healthy has become a concern. While he has flashed the ability to be an above average blindside protector, reoccurring injuries have not only hampered his development, but also his playing time. His lack of availability week in and week out likely lead to the selection of Drew Shelton in this year's draft. He may be viewed as the future at LT if Guyton can't keep the injury bug at bay. Whatever the case, Dallas will be much better with No. 60 on the field than off at this year."

"DeMarvion Overshown has flashed the talent and ability to be a superstar in the league. Unfortunately for him, he's sustained season-ending ACL injuries to both knees, which has resulted in him spending more time on the field rehabbing then on the field making plays. Heading into a contract year, he is expected to be a big part of Christian Parker's defense, but only if he can remain healthy. If he's able to play an entire season he could be a game-changer for Dallas' new-look defense, but if not, it could further deplete an already thin LB group."

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