Dallas welcomes Jaydon Blue back from a heel bruise, cleared to make his preseason debut Friday against Atlanta. The fifth-round Texas product had been turning heads in camp with first-team reps and a spectacular one-handed grab, signaling the burst Dallas hopes to lean on. His return comes as Dallas’ backfield battles for touches intensify with Miles Sanders, Javonte Williams and Phil Mafah in the mix. The Cowboys’ ground game languished for stretches in preseason, underscoring Blue’s potential role once the regular season opens against Philadelphia.

Blue’s blend of speed and pass-catching could juice Dallas’ run game and offer a versatile option on quarterback runs and screens. If he seizes reps Friday, it may foreshadow a larger early-season role, though the backfield remains crowded and health will dictate carries. Fantasy managers should monitor Friday’s usage for a clearer read on workload and potential touches in Week 1.