Dallas faces a 2025 season defined by return-from-injury storylines that could reshape the Cowboys’ ceiling. Will McClay frames the wave of healthy players coming back as a chance to galvanize the locker room and deepen trust, a rare silver lining given ACLs and long rehabs. New coordinator Brian Schottenheimer is driving a culture reboot to elevate accountability and genuine connection, a prerequisite McClay calls essential for winning championships.

Key names like Dak Prescott, Trevon Diggs, DeMarvion Overshown, and Sam Williams have spent the last year navigating major injuries, with Shavon Revel Jr. joining them. McClay emphasized how players who attack rehab with enthusiasm can lift teammates, setting a tone for leadership from Prescott and a more cohesive unit. The Cowboys will lean on the rehab stories as proof of resilience while they map out roles as players return to health.

From a fantasy vantage point, the health clock matters as much as the actual returns. Prescott’s health directly impacts the offense’s efficiency and target distribution, while Diggs’ presence strengthens a secondary that supports a more aggressive defense. Williams’ recovery could add a disruptive edge on the defensive line, and Overshown’s return could stabilize the middle. Revel Jr.’s timeline remains fluid, but the overall vibe is that the Cowboys are betting on collective buy-in to fuel breakthroughs in 2025.

In short, Dallas’ silver lining is built on culture, rehab anecdotes, and leadership from the top. If Prescott and the supporting cast reconnect with a healthier lineup, the Cowboys could rebound to championship standards, with the locker room’s cohesion serving as a multiplier for on-field success.