Cowboys Get Bad News on Safety Donovan Wilson
The Dallas Cowboys appears to finally be emerging from the dark cloud vast by a flurry of injuries. But the good news may come at the expense of another player who could lose his place on the suddenly-overcrowded Dallas roster. According to analyst Nick Halden of the site
The good news for the Cowboys came in the form of center Cooper Beebe who is reportedly activated from injured reserve, where he had spent the season since Week Three with an ankle injury, after cornerback Caelen Carson came off the list to make his 2025 debut last week.
Wilson’s Roster Spot May be in Jeopardy
But all such moves have downsides. When a player is activated to the 53-man roster that means another player must come off, provided the team does not already have an open roster spot. While there are several candidates to be cut, or sent to the practice squad, according to Halden a new one emerged on Thursday when Wilson appeared on the team’s injury report, missing practice with what the team described as an “elbow/shoulder” injury.
Wilson also missed practice Wednesday, and appears to have been dealing with the injury issue since the Cowboys’ Week Six loss to the Carolina Panthers.
Last Sunday, against the Washington Commanders, Wilson played through the injury but despite being on the field for 97 percent of his team’s defensive snaps, managed only one solo tackle, a season low.
Only 6 Safties Lower-Ranked Than Wilson
Along with cornerback Trevon Diggs, who is in concussion protocol after a mysterious “accident” at his home, Wilson was one of just two names on the Cowboys’ injury report Thursday.
But according to Halden, Wilson was already playing poorly, and his absence may be a kind of blessing in disguise — and could even be the “beginning of the end” for the 2019 sixth-round draft pick’s tenure in Dallas.
“There’s a real chance that this injury kicks off the beginning of the end for Wilson’s time as a Cowboys starter. Juanyeh Thomas is back at practice, and he and Markquese Bell appear to be in line to get the start at the safety position if Wilson is held out in Week Eight,” Halden wrote.
The SportsDFW scribe also also pointed out that with a Pro Football Focus grade of 47.8, Wilson “ranks among the league’s worst at the position.”
Specifically, PFF ranks Wilson 77th out of 83 NFL safeties.
“It seems that having played for the team for the last seven seasons is the only thing keeping the starter in the current lineup. If Wilson were a first-year player or a piece without any history with the franchise, there is zero question that he would already have been benched,” Halden wrote.
Wilson is playing the final season of a four-year, $21 million contract, meaning that the Cowboys are likely to let him go after the season is over — unless they cut him earlier to create a roster spot for one of the players coming off injured reserve.
BREAKING: Green Bay Packers Reject Elon Musk’s $500 Million Offer, CEO Ed Policy Makes Defiant Statement
In a surprising move that has sent ripples through the NFL, the Green Bay Packers
The Proposal That Shook the NFL
Musk’s offer, which included promises of AI-powered analytics, smart stadium innovations, and cutting-edge training facilities, was designed to elevate the Packers into a futuristic powerhouse. The proposal aimed to give the Packers a technological edge that would position them to dominate the NFL for years to come.
However, despite the immense financial potential, Packers CEO Ed Policy and the team’s leadership made it clear that they would not be swayed by Musk’s offer.
“We will NOT NEVER be bought by billionaires like you,” Policy said in a statement. “The Green Bay Packers are not for sale. We stand with our fans, our community, and the values that have been the foundation of this team since its inception. Our success has been built on hard work, loyalty, and a deep connection to the people of Green Bay — not on the whims of a billionaire seeking to change who we are.”
The statement quickly went viral, with Packers fans across the nation applauding the team for its refusal to compromise its values for corporate gain.
A Clash of Philosophies
Musk’s proposal was about technology, innovation, and futuristic growth, but it clashed directly with the Packers’ philosophy. Green Bay, a small town with a rich football history, has always been a team rooted in loyalty, community, and tradition. The Packers are famously owned by the people of Green Bay — a rare structure in the NFL — and the team has always remained committed to its roots.
For Policy and the Packers, rejecting Musk’s offer wasn’t just a financial decision; it was about preserving the culture that has made the Packers one of the most beloved franchises in the NFL.
“We’ve always believed in the power of community,” said one Packers executive. “Our fans aren’t just supporters — they are part of the team. No amount of money could change the bond we have with Green Bay.”
Fans and Local Community Rally Behind the Decision
The reaction in Green Bay was immediate and overwhelmingly positive. Fans flooded social media with messages of support, using hashtags like #PackersNotForSale
Local leaders also expressed their backing, with Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich praising the Packers for standing firm in their commitment to the community.
“The Packers are not just a football team — they are the heart and soul of Green Bay,” Genrich said. “Their decision to reject outside influence and stay true to their roots is something we can all be proud of. It’s not just about football; it’s about who we are as a city.”
As the NFL continues to grapple with the growing influence of corporate money, the Green Bay Packers have made a definitive stand. Their message to the NFL — and the world — is clear:
The Packers are not for sale, and their commitment to their fans, their community, and their values will never be compromised for financial gain.
