KaVontae Turpin’s Clearance Gives Dallas a Special-Teams Option Again
The TCU alumnus is cleared after missing three games, reopening a return possibility for Dallas with Tyler Goodson unavailable.
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The TCU alumnus is cleared after missing three games, reopening a return possibility for Dallas with Tyler Goodson unavailable.
KaVontae Turpin’s second limited practice keeps an experienced returner in the Cowboys’ plans as Tyler Goodson’s knee issue threatens to open the job Sunday.
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The former TCU return specialist is out against Arizona. Dallas’ recent offensive success offers reassurance, while his return duties remain a separate assignment.
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