Cowboys Giving Disappointing Player Chance to Return in 2025 With Surprise News

The Dallas Cowboys have lost four straight to fall to 3-6 for the season and are facing the Texans and the Commanders in the next two weeks. They are on the verge of not having anything to play for in the final stretch of the season, especially considering Dak Prescott's absence for the rest of the season.

As a result, the Cowboys are more focused on their future. After an embarrassing 2024 campaign, there will almost certainly be big changes in the organization, most notably, the inevitable firing of head coach Mike McCarthy.

There will also be players and pending free agents who will be making their cases to remain with the team beyond this season. One of those is veteran offensive tackle Chuma Edoga. The 27-year-old, who just started practicing again after being out with a toe injury, is set to make his return soon, per ESPN's Todd Archer.

Cowboys News: Chuma Edoga Preparing for Return

This means that the Cowboys now have 21 days to activate him to the main roster. Otherwise, he needs to be placed on the IR list and miss the remainder of the season.

This will give Edoga a chance to prove himself before he becomes a free agent in the offseason. Edoga had initially signed with Dallas as a potential replacement for Connor McGovern in the 2023 offseason. He played significant snaps both at left tackle and left guard last season, allowing three sacks and five QB hits per PFF.

This season, the Cowboys made changes to their offensive line. First-round pick Tyler Guyton replaced Tyron Smith at left tackle while Tyler Smith has been starting at left guard. Guyton has been especially struggling in his first year in the NFL, allowing Edoga to have a role and prove his worth to the team. Whether the former Jets starter will be able to save his job for next season remains to be seen.

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