""Cowboys designated Malik Hooker for return," KPRC2's Aaron Wilson shared on X. #Cowboys designated Malik Hooker for return - Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) November 13, 2025 Hooker has been on injured reserve since suffering a toe injury during the Week 4 tie against Green Bay. The designation opens a 21-day window for Dallas to activate Hooker to the 53-man roster. His return provides a much-needed boost to a secondary that has lacked consistency throughout the season."
"He completed his four-year rookie contract worth $12.6 million, fully guaranteed, with a base salary of $2.18 million in 2020. Indianapolis declined his fifth-year option for 2021, allowing him to enter unrestricted free agency. Dallas signed Hooker to a one-year deal in 2021 before extending him through multiple contracts. His current three-year agreement, signed in 2023, is worth up to $24 million with an $8 million signing bonus and $16.5 million guaranteed."
The Dallas Cowboys entered Week 11 with a 3-5-1 record and inconsistent performance. Quarterback Dak Prescott has managed the offense effectively under Brian Schottenheimer, while the defense has faced major challenges following the trade of Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. Malik Hooker has been on injured reserve since suffering a toe injury during the Week 4 tie with Green Bay and was designated for return, opening a 21-day window for activation. Hooker recorded 20 tackles in four games this season, started all 17 games last year, and is expected to start alongside Donovan Wilson to strengthen the secondary.
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