WILL GRIER NEWS

Back on practice squad Grier reverted to the Cowboys' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Grier did not see the field this past Sunday after being promoted to Dallas' active roster ahead of the team's win over Cincinnati. The 2019 third-round pick served as the Cowboys' backup quarterback behind Cooper Rush, who went 19-of-31 passing for 235 yards and one touchdown in place of injured starter Dak Prescott (thumb). Grier will likely see two more such elevations from the team's practice squad with Prescott expected to sit out until at least Week 4 while recovering from thumb surgery.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bumped up to active roster The Cowboys elevated Grier from their practice squad to the active roster Saturday for Sunday's contest against the Bengals, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Cooper Rush is expected to draw the start in place of Dak Prescott (thumb), and Grier will operate as the primary backup. However, Grier may get a chance to showcase his abilities if Rush struggles early on. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said earlier this week that Rush separated from Grier at the end of the preseason due to Grier's hamstring injury, but he would trust either one of them to lead Dallas on Sunday. "We'll be evaluating all options," Jones said. "Those guys know the offense well. They've had a lot of reps in it, and consequently give us our best shot."

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cooper Rush's 2nd full circle: QB starting again for Cowboys

Cooper Rush is starting at quarterback again for the Dallas Cowboys

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Can Cooper Rush keep Cowboys afloat until Dak Prescott returns?

Expecting Cooper Rush to lead a struggling offense is an enormous leap of faith, one that the Cowboys are embracing, writes Ralph Vacchiano.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Cowboys won't put Prescott on IR for possible earlier return

The Dallas Cowboys aren't putting quarterback Dak Prescott on injured reserve after surgery on his right thumb

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cowboys roster projection 3.0: Tough decisions at WR, defensive line

David Helman's final projection includes three quarterbacks. Which players snuck onto the roster, and which were cut?

AUGUST 29, 2022

Cowboys Last Call at AT&T? Which Dak Prescott Backup Makes 53-Man Roster? Will Grier ruled the evening but Cooper Rush remains confident.

AUGUST 28, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Will Grier Postgame Preseason | #SEAvsDAL Quarterback Will Grier shares his thoughts following a 27-26 win over the Seattle Seahawks.

AUGUST 27, 2022 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Will Grier Makes Final Push For Backup QB Spot Decisions, decisions. That’s what the NFL calendar dictates time of the year.

AUGUST 27, 2022 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Cowboys 27, Seahawks 26: Top 10 Whitty Observations; Three Interceptions, Winning Preseason Dallas got three picks, two touchdown passes from Will Grier and late, gutsy catches from an undrafted tight end to overcome 10 penalties an...

AUGUST 27, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Seahawks pick Smith starter after preseason loss to Cowboys

Geno Smith is the choice as the first replacement for Russell Wilson at quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks

AUGUST 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will Grier Hits Brandon Smith for Toe-Tapping TD Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandon Smith makes a toe-tapping catch for a touchdown on a pass from quarterback Will Grier.

AUGUST 27, 2022 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Will Grier Finds a Wide-Open Simi Fehoko for TD Dallas Cowboys quarterback Will Grier throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Simi Fehoko.

AUGUST 27, 2022 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Myles Adams Brings Down Will Grier For Fourth-Down Sack Seattle Seahawks DT Myles Adams sacks Dallas Cowboys Will Grier on forth down during Friday's preseason matchup

AUGUST 27, 2022 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Cowboys 53-man roster projection 2.0: Bring on the receivers

The Cowboys will pare down the roster soon. Who makes it? Who gets cut? Which position groups need help? David Helman makes the calls.

AUGUST 23, 2022

Cowboys' backup QB battle heating up after solid showings from Will Grier, Cooper Rush For the second consecutive season, Cooper Rush is in a battle for the Cowboys’ backup quarterback job. Rush became the No. 2 man by fighting...

AUGUST 22, 2022 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Backup QB battle heats up after solid showings from Will Grier, Cooper Rush vs. Chargers For the second consecutive season, Cooper Rush is in a battle for the Cowboys’ backup quarterback job. Rush became the No. 2 man by fighting...

AUGUST 22, 2022 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Groin injury still a concern Grier may have aggravated his groin injury during Saturday's preseason game, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Impact After the contest, head coach Mike McCarthy described the quarterback's performance as "gritty", suggesting he may not have been 100 percent. Grier has looked good at times during training camp when he's been healthy, but he'll likely need to significantly out-perform Cooper Rush in the Cowboys' final preseason game Friday to have a real chance at claiming the No. 2 job.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cowboys Top Chargers: Did 'Gritty' QB Will Grier Beat Out Cooper Rush? Dallas traveled west to face the Chargers in Game 2 of the NFL preseason.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Will Grier Gives "Gritty Performance" vs. Bolts Will Grier's preseason debut for Dallas against the Chargers served as a reminder of what he’s building in training camp.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Will Grier 32-yard Sideline Strike to Brandon Smith Dallas Cowobys quarterback Will Grier airs out a 32-yard sideline strike to Cowboys wide receiver Brandon Smith.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Solid work Saturday night Grier completed six of 10 passes for 98 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions and rushed once for nine yards in the Cowboys' 32-18 preseason win over the Chargers on Saturday n...

Impact The 2019 third-round pick of the Panthers made his preseason debut after overcoming a groin strain, and Grier turned in a solid effort overall. The 27-year-old is battling Cooper Rush for the No. 2 quarterback job, and he's therefore likely to get another solid allotment of playing time in Friday's exhibition finale against the Seahawks.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Turpin has kickoff, punt return TDs; Cowboys beat Chargers

KaVontae Turpin became the first player in nine seasons to have kickoff and punt return touchdowns in the same game, and the Dallas Cowboys beat the Los Angeles Chargers 32-18

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joe Gaziano Drops Will Grier for 7-Yard Sack Defensive lineman Joe Gaziano drops Dallas Cowboys quarterback Will Grier for a 7-yard sack.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • CHARGERS.COM

To get two quarters Saturday Owner Jerry Jones said Grier will handle "at least two quarters" during Saturday's preseason contest at the Chargers, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Impact With Dak Prescott not slated to play, Cooper Rush is getting the start at quarterback for the Cowboys before handing off the offense to Grier. It will mark Grier's first action of the exhibition season, as he missed the team's first preseason game due to a minor groin strain. Once Rush and Grier are done for the day, Ben DiNucci will be under center, likely for most of the fourth quarter.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE