The Dallas Cowboys elevated linebackers Curtis Robinson and Justin Barron from the practice squad before facing the Washington Commanders in Week 2, a game scheduled as Dallas’ home opener. The moves give the team additional linebacker and special-teams options while DeMarvion Overshown deals with a hamstring injury. Dallas has not set a return timetable and opted not to sign a veteran for the game.
Coach Brian Schottenheimer said Friday that rookie Jaishawn Barham will wear the green-dot helmet while Overshown is out. Overshown also received a $9,527 NFL fine after the Cowboys’ 20-28 Week 1 loss to the New York Giants, with the league citing a late hit involving quarterback Jaxson Dart.
Outside linebacker Donovan Ezeiruaku was fined $11,941 for a fourth-quarter facemask, and running back Javonte Williams received the same amount for unsportsmanlike conduct involving taunting.
Blogging The Boys reported that Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels and the Commanders’ offense will challenge Dallas linebackers and safeties. The report pointed to stronger play in the center of the Cowboys’ defense as an important focus. Von Miller, who spent the 2025 season with Washington, played 11 snaps in his Dallas debut against New York and could also receive attention.
No additional information was provided about Overshown’s recovery schedule.
