Cowboys’ Rookie RB Jaydon Blue Suffers Heel Bruise But Avoids Major Damage
Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Jaydon Blue was carted off during Thursday’s training camp practice after a lower-body incident, but thankfully, the damage appears less severe than initially feared.
According to team reports, the No. 3 RB took a hit by the facemask from a defender and fell awkwardly, prompting a visit to the medical tent. He managed to limp off under his own power, giving fans some early relief. Cowboys executive VP Stephen Jones later confirmed he’ll be re-evaluated but doesn’t believe the injury is serious
The MRI results revealed a bone bruise in his heel, not a sprain—a much better outcome for the promising rookie.
Blue, a fifth-round pick from Texas, has turned heads in camp with his explosive speed and versatility as a receiving back—qualities that had many expecting him to earn significant preseason reps.
Despite the coachable skillset he’s shown, the Cowboys may hold him out of the season’s first preseason game against the Rams as a precaution.
Betting Angle
For bettors, this isn’t merely a minor injury update—it’s a small but strategic shift in the Cowboys’ backfield projections:
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RB depth takes a hit: With Miles Sanders still working through a knee issue and Deuce Vaughn recently hobbled, Dallas’ running back room now leans more heavily on Javonte Williams and veteran reserves. dallascowboys.com
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Fantasy watchers alert: Blue’s absence may shift touches to Williams or spotlight others, affecting rookie-focused fantasy betting lines early in the season.
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Prop and futures considerations: Handicappers may want to revisit rushing yard props, team rushing totals, or emerging rookies’ usage—all of which could be affected by Blue’s recovery timeline.
