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Cowboys QB Dak Prescott will undergo hand surgery and miss several weeks.

Jerry Jones made the announcement after Sunday’s loss to the Buccaneers. Prescott left the game in the fourth quarter and was replaced by Cooper Rush. The offense as whole struggled against Tampa and that was with Dak Prescott. So you have to believe the offensive value takes a good hit with Rush at quarterback. The offensive line also didn’t help. It may be tough sledding going forward for the Cowboys, who host the Bengals next week.

While Michael Gallup still isn't expected to suit up on Sunday for the Buccaneers facing off against his Cowboys, this is a step in the right direction.

Related Players: Jalen Tolbert, Dak Prescott

Rookie Jalen Tolbert has an opportunity to work as the team's WR2, and third passing-game option behind CeeDee Lamb and TE Dalton Schultz. Owner Jerry Jones said last week that he believes Gallup will be ready to go sometime in the first three weeks of the season.

Cowboys WR Michael Gallup (knee) taking the next step in his rehab process, going through individual drills today.

Related players: CeeDee Lamb, Jalen Tolbert, James Washington, Noah Brown

Gallup avoided the PUP list which means the team sees him coming back before Week 4. Owner Jerry Jones said if Week 1 was the Super Bowl, Gallup would probably be able to play. As a result, many speculate he's close to returning, but most reports have him out for Week 1, possibly Week 2 as well. When he's back, he'll be the WR2 behind Lamb, and for now Tolbert and Brown will pick up the slack.

Cowboys WR James Washington (foot fracture, fifth metatarsal) going on injured reserve. Washington are eligible for in-season return.

Related players: CeeDee Lamb, Michael Gallup, Jalen Tolbert, Noah Brown

Washington can return for Week 5 and other reports say he should at least be close at that point. Washington should battle for WR3 snaps, but by Week 5 could also be behind Tolbert and/or Brown.

Tyler Johnson was claimed by the Houston Texans on Wednesday, one day after being cut by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Related players: Brandin Cooks, Nico Collins, Chris Moore, Phillip Dorsett

Johnson lands in an interesting spot in Houston. The WRs are led by Cooks and Collins, but Johnson could easily slip right into the WR3 role once he's acclimated.

The Cowboys are keeping one QB on the 53-man roster for the time being: Dak Prescott. Cooper Rush and Will Grier have been released, according to sources. Rush does not go through waivers; Grier does. Likely both will be back in some form – PS or active - to serve as backup.

Archer went on to say this is nothing to be alarmed about for Cowboy fans or maybe even for those who backed up Prescott on dynasty rosters. Archer added, "it's roster manipulation at the moment to be prepared for moves to come over the next few days. They can have a wink-wink deal with Rush since he's a vested vet. Grier would be back if unclaimed as well."

During an appearance on KNBR this week, 49ers General Manager John Lynch said that he doesn’t think anyone has worked harder than Brandon Aiyuk this offseason. He also noted that Aiyuk’s “chemistry is incredible” with quarterback Trey Lance because of the work they did together before training camp and predicted that those things will translate to big things on the field.

Aiyuk has had a great camp and continues his trend of positive press nearly every day. The story said Aiyuk commented in May that he was working to “really maximize my spot” in the team’s offense this year and it sounds like he’s done a good job of doing that over the last few months. Aiyuk could give you nice fantasy value with his current ADP of the late eighth round in 12 team leagues.

Talked to CeeDee Lamb. Has a cut on his foot that required stitches.

We learned earlier Lamb was dealing with a foot injury but reports said he was being held out of a joint practice with the Chargers as a precaution. The tweet went on to say Lamb wouldn't say how it happened and he just begrudgingly said clown stuff. He could miss some more time but it shouldn't affect his status for Week 1.

Foot injury for Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb. He is walking and not wearing a protective boot.

David Helman tweeted about Lamb: "considered 'nothing serious at all.' Sounds like it’s just rest." The Cowboys are taking on the Chargers in practice sessions, so the assumption is there is no need to push him, especially against what's expected to be a tough LA defense.