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Cowboys Cornerback Revel Jr. Faces Season-Opening Setback

8/1/2025

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Cowboys rookie cornerback Shavon Revel Jr. has hit a snag in his ACL recovery, sidelining him for the season opener and extending his rehab by 6-8 weeks. This setback adds pressure to the team's cornerback depth, as Trevon Diggs and Josh Butler are also nursing injuries. DaRon Bland and Kaiir Elam now step up as the leading corners.

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Story summary

Cowboys rookie cornerback Shavon Revel Jr. has hit a snag in his ACL recovery, sidelining him for the season opener and extending his rehab by 6-8 weeks. This setback adds pressure to the team's cornerback depth, as Trevon Diggs and Josh Butler are also nursing injuries. DaRon Bland and Kaiir Elam now step up as the leading corners.