CAELEN CARSON NEWS

Full go for Friday Carson (shoulder/illness) was a full participant in Friday's practice, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Impact Carson opened the Cowboys' week of practice with a DNP due to a shoulder injury and an illness. However, it appears he's already moved past both issues ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Texans. Expect the rookie corner from Wake Forest to play behind both Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland (foot) in Week 11.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Working through shoulder issue Carson (shoulder/illness) did not practice Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact After missing four regular-season games due to a shoulder injury, Carson has played in the Cowboys' last two games and has logged 12 tackles (10 solo) and two pass defenses over that span. However, his lingering shoulder issue and an illness caused him to sit out of Thursday's practice. Carson's practice participation over the next two days will indicate whether he'll play Monday against the Texans.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Seven tackles in return Carson registered seven tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 27-21 loss to the Falcons.

Impact Carson missed the Cowboys' last four regular season games due to a shoulder injury he sustained in Week 3 against the Ravens. He returned Sunday and tied with DeMarvion Overshown for third-most tackles on the Cowboys behind Eric Kendricks (nine) and Donovan Wilson (eight). Carson could start in Week 10 against the Eagles if DaRon Bland (foot) is unable to play.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Practices in full Wednesday Carson (shoulder) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carson has been unable to play since Week 3 due to a shoulder injury, even though he was a full practice participant in the leadup to Week 6 and 8. Even if he's listed as a full participant in each of the next two days, that doesn't appear to guarantee that he'll be able to return against Atlanta on Sunday.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 8 Carson (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday night's contest against the 49ers.

Impact Carson was able to log three full practices in a row to end the week, but he'll still be forced to miss Week 8 with the shoulder injury that has sidelined him since late September. In his absence, C.J. Goodwin will likely operate in an expanded role again versus San Francisco.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Draws questionable tag Carson (shoulder) was a full participant during Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carson has been able to log three consecutive full practices this week, and although he's tagged as questionable, the rookie fifth-round pick is leaning towards the probable side of playing Sunday. He missed the Cowboys' last three regular-season games due to a shoulder injury, but assuming he plays Sunday, he should reclaim his starting corner job alongside Trevon Diggs.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Past shoulder injury Carson (shoulder) was listed as a full practice participant on Wednesday's injury report.

Impact Carson missed the Cowboys' three games before the Week 7 bye due to a shoulder injury. He was able to practice without restriction Wednesday, though it should be noted he was a full practice participant in all three sessions leading up to the Cowboys' Week 6 game against the Lions but still didn't play in that contest. Still, the extra rest should be enough for Carson to suit up against the 49ers on Sunday, barring any setbacks.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence Sunday Carson (shoulder) is listed as inactive Sunday against the Lions.

Impact Carson practiced fully during the entirety of Week 6 prep but received a questionable designation on the Cowboys' final injury report Friday. With the decision to keep him in street clothes Sunday, he'll miss his third game in a row due to a shoulder issue. With a Week 7 bye on tap, Carson will turn his focus to the team's next game Sunday, Oct. 27 at San Francisco.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Practices in full Wednesday Carson (shoulder) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice session, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Carson has missed the last two games due to a shoulder injury, but the rookie fifth-round pick appears past the issue. Barring any setbacks, he should make his return Sunday against the Lions and reclaim his starting spot at corner opposite Trevon Diggs. Carson has registered 15 tackles (14 solo) and two passes defended across three regular-season games.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Inching closer Head coach Mike McCarty stated Monday that Carson (shoulder) is getting closer to returning, Joe Hoyt of AllDLLS.com reports.

Impact Carson hasn't played since Week 3, but he did log a trio of limited practices last week. His potential return Week 6 against the Lions would be good news for a Cowboys defense that is dealing with multiple injuries to its front seven.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up vs. Steelers Carson (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Carson was listed as questionable heading into Week 5, but the rookie fifth-round pick will miss a second straight game due to a shoulder injury. Amani Oruwariye and Andrew Booth will see an uptick in snaps at corner Sunday opposite starter Trevon Diggs.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Week 5 Carson (shoulder) is questionable to face Pittsburgh on Sunday, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Carson sat out Week 4 versus the Giants and logged a trio of limited practices during Week 5 prep, putting his status up in the air for Sunday. Trevon Diggs is also questionable for that contest, so Dallas' secondary could be without two starters. If that's the case, Andrew Booth and C.J. Goodwin could be asked to step up.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Opens week with limited work Carson (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Impact Carson was inactive for the Cowboys' Week 4 win over the Giants due to a shoulder injury, but he upgraded to limited participation Wednesday and appears to be trending in the right direction. The rookie corner's participation Thursday and Friday will likely provide a better indication of his potential availability in Week 5, as the Cowboys travel to Pittsburgh.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Week 4 Carson (shoulder) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Giants, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carson sustained a shoulder injury during the Cowboys' Week 3 loss to the Ravens. He was held out of practice all week and will not play in Thursday's NFC East showdown. Jourdan Lewis could move into the starting corner role opposite Trevon Diggs while Carson is sidelined, which opens the door for more reps for C.J. Goodwin and Andrew Booth.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Likely missing Week 4 Carson (shoulder) is listed as doubtful ahead of Thursday night's game against the Giants, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.

Impact Carson was held out of practice all week after seemingly sustaining a shoulder injury during the Cowboys' Week 3 loss to the Ravens. The rookie cornerback has been an important part of Dallas' secondary thus far, but if he's unable to suit up in Week 4 as expected, C.J. Goodwin projects to see more work with the Cowboys' first-team defense.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

DNP on Monday's estimation Carson (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Impact Head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters Monday that the team will "know more tomorrow" in regards to Carson's shoulder injury after Monday's estimated DNP, per Harris. The 2024 fifth-round pick has been a vital part of the Cowboys' secondary through three games, recording 15 total tackles and two passes defended over 144 defensive snaps. If he's unable to suit up Thursday night, expect C.J. Goodwin to see increased work with Dallas' first-team defense.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

DNP on Monday's estimation Carson (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Impact Head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters Monday that the team will "know more tomorrow" in regards to Carson's shoulder injury after Monday's estimated DNP, per Harris. The 2024 fifth-round pick has been a vital part of the Cowboys' secondary through three games, recording 15 total tackles and two passes defended over 144 defensive snaps. If he's unable to suit up Thursday night against the Giants, expect C.J. Goodwin to see increased work with Dallas' first-team defense.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

'Nothing Changes!' Caelen Carson Ready for Browns The Dallas Cowboys will start rookie cornerback Caelen Carson in this week’s season opener, but he is not feeling the pressure of the moment...

SEPTEMBER 3 • SACBEE.COM

Caelen Carson 'ready' for Cowboys debut vs. Browns, speaks on No. 21 change It wasn’t planned, but Caelen Carson has experienced it before, so don’t expect him to be a deer caught in the headlights when the Dallas Co...

SEPTEMBER 2 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Caelen Carson, Carl Lawson among Cowboys' jersey number changes for 2024 When the Dallas Cowboys take the field for their Week 1 bout against the Cleveland Browns, there will be unfamiliar names wearing some very...

SEPTEMBER 2 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Caelen Carson se prepara para escribir su propia historia Para un jugador que ya ha sido apodado con el apodo de "cinturón de seguridad" en el campamento de entrenamiento, Caelen Carson está prepara...

AUGUST 25 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Caelen Carson prepared to write his own story in place of injured Bland For a player that has already been coined with the nickname “Seatbelt” at training camp, Caelen Carson is prepared to step in and contribute...

AUGUST 25 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Strong showing in camp Carson could be the top backup at cornerback for the Cowboys this season, Nick Harris of the team's website reports.

Impact The 2024 fifth-round pick out of Wake Forest would likely have been a Day 2 selection if not for injury concerns, but he's been healthy in training camp and flashing an all-around skill set. Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland are set as the starting boundary corners and Jourdan Lewis is locked in as the top option in the slot, but Carson's versatility could make him the next man up at all three spots as well as working into nickel and dime packages -- a role that could put him on the field a lot more often than expected given that Diggs is coming back from an ACL tear, and Lewis played in only six games in 2022 due to foot surgery.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE