Cowboys face the Jets in Week 5 with a revenge-game vibe as Solomon Thomas returns to MetLife to face his old club. Dak Prescott rides a hot streak while Joe Milton’s cannon catches headlines in a viral drive, and Dallas’ defense works to clean up penalties. The Jets, desperate to avoid 0-5, grapple with injuries, a turbulent locker room, and a turf controversy at MetLife, while Tyreek Hill’s injury casts a wider fantasy-shift over the league.

Across the league, roster chatter swirls: Cedrick Wilson’s potential return spark, Shedeur Sanders’ Browns path, and Jaydon Blue close to NFL debut all threaten to reshape depth charts. The episode blends homecoming narratives with real fantasy implications, urging managers to weigh matchup volatility, injury news, and opportunistic plays as the season moves deeper.

Dallas faces a stiff Week 1 test on the defensive line against Philadelphia. Interior anchors Osa Odighizuwa, Solomon Thomas, Mazi Smith and Kenny Clark must hold the line and shed blocks, while edge contributors Marshawn Kneeland, Dante Fowler Jr., and Donavan Ezeiruaku pressure Hurts’ downhill runs. Philadelphia’s zone schemes and Barkley-driven short-yardage plays loom large, with Landon Dickerson health lingering. Perrion Winfrey’s status adds depth questions. A disciplined, gap-smart run defense could tilt the game in Dallas’ favor and boost fantasy upside for the Cowboys’ line.

Dallas initially reported Perrion Winfrey’s release, then reversed course and kept him on the 53-man roster. The interior defensive line was a camp issue, and Winfrey arrived with All-UFL credentials from Birmingham (29 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 4 pass breakups, a forced fumble, and a sack in 10 games) that gave him a real shot to contribute.

With ties to Dallas staffers Aaron Whitecotton and Tanzel Smart, Winfrey could be a rotational disruptor to bolster run defense and interior pressure. The Aug. 26 deadline looms as Dallas looks to maximize this depth move and its fantasy upside around the middle of the line.

LSU wrapped its 21st preseason session with notable absences as it readies for a top-10 Week 1 clash at Clemson. Center Braelin Moore sat out early, and freshman Caruis Curne and Weston Davis were limited or out, signaling ongoing evaluation along the right tackle spot. Solomon Thomas missed the session with a leg issue, while Nic Anderson didn’t dress for practice, though he’s been healthy lately. Dominick McKinley, plus defenders Austin Ausberry, C.J. Jackson and Keylan Moses, were also out. The team focused on situational reps and scout-team work as LSU prepares for Aug. 30 at Memorial Stadium.

Kelly and staff plan to address the absences inMonday media availability as LSU tightens its depth ahead of the Clemson showdown. With several key pieces sidelined or managing workload, the Tigers’ depth chart and protection schemes will be tested early, especially on the offensive line and in the pass rush. The scrimmage-like practice emphasized situational execution and special teams, setting the stage for a high-stakes opener.