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High 5: These 5 Cowboys need to fill the injury void

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6 months ago

October 5, 2024

High 5: These 5 Cowboys need to fill the injury void

(Editor’s Note: Who doesn’t love lists? Throughout the year, ‘High 5’ will provide a top five list for many of the critical topics surrounding the Dallas Cowboys 2024 season.)

There are some obstacles to overcome this week for the Dallas Cowboys. Dallas is missing three of their key contributors as Micah Parsons (Ankle), Demarcus Lawrence (Foot), and Brandin Cooks (Knee) are all unavailable with their bout with Pittsburgh this week.

Does this mean all hope is lost? Absolutely not. Does it put more pressure and importance on the guys that remain healthy? Also yes.

The entire team will have some level of responsibility added on their plate. Especially with so many of these injuries being scattered throughout each unit. Let’s look at the top five names that need a big week in order to secure a Dallas win.

For the first time in his career, Jalen Tolbert will be expected to be a true second wide receiver. He’s had to perform in the shadow of Michael Gallup and Brandin Cooks since being drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Luckily, Prescott and Tolbert had all sorts of extra reps during the CeeDee Lamb holdout in training camp. So far in 2024, he’s been targeted 19 times for 13 catches and 160 yards. He’ll need to produce much more than that if he hopes to continue to elevate and receive more looks as the year goes on.

In the last two seasons, Jake Ferguson has shown to be a consistent and reliable target for Dak Prescott at the tight end position. This week, he’ll need to become more of the playmaker that we saw at times last season. He’s only two weeks removed from an early-season knee injury himself, but his production could be key to replacing the offensive possibilities without Cooks.

3) Andrew Booth/Amani Oruwariye

Two of the newest Dallas Cowboys will be put in a big spot again this week, especially if Caelen Carson can’t play. Both shared the snaps at outside cornerback last week as Booth played in 27 snaps on defense and Oruwariye played in 33. The reason they are on the list together? They should share rotational snaps together against the Pittsburgh offense that is in the top half of the league in most major categories.

These next three games for Terence Steele will be his toughest all year. T.J. Watt is his matchup this week, followed by reigning NFC defensive player of the week Aidan Hutchinson next week, then Nick Bosa after the bye. Steele hasn’t had the best start to the season, allowing two sacks in the first four games and multiple pressures in every outing as well. He’ll have to limit T.J. Watt and the overall impact of the defensive front if Prescott hopes to have enough time to find his depleted receiver corps.

The day has come for the rookie to take a step forward. Over his first four games, Kneeland has tallied eight tackles, one TFL, and three QB hits in the defensive rotation. It may seem that he has the tough task of replacing the production of both Lawrence and Parsons, but that’s nearly impossible. Since 2021, the passer rating allowed by the Cowboys defense with both Parsons and Lawrence on the field (102.6) is over 20 points lower without them on the field (80.8). What Kneeland needs to focus on, is containing Justin Fields and limiting the run. If he’s able to do that, everything else is added production from the talented rookie.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to show heavy interest in this first round running back

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54 minutes ago

March 26, 2025

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The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to show heavy interest in this first round running back

The Pittsburgh Steelers might not be that interested in most first round running backs, but there is one they clearly have a focus on, even if it is unlikely they will land him. Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty is continuing to draw interest from the Steelers.

The Steelers met with Jeanty for a formal interview at the NFL Combine, something they did for only him as a top prospect. However, Wednesday showed just how serious they are about Jeanty as a player. The Steelers sent running backs coach Eddie Faulkner to Boise, Idaho, to watch Jeanty do positional drills.

Jeanty wrapped up one of the best seasons for a running back in college football history. He finished second all-time in rushing yards in a season only behind Barry Sanders and helped carry the Broncos to a College Football Playoff berth. His breakaway speed is something the Steelers need, as Jaylen Warren runs just a 4.55, and behind him, they have little to no certain options.

The Steelers have other needs like cornerback, quarterback, wide receiver, and defensive line, but if the value is there with someone like Jeanty at a more minor need, they might take a swing on the talent.

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2025 Pittsburgh Wrestling Classic Matchups – FloWrestling

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12 hours ago

March 26, 2025

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2025 Pittsburgh Wrestling Classic Matchups – FloWrestling

The 51st annual Pittsburgh Wrestling Classic presented by U.S. Steel will take place on Saturday, March 29 at Peters Township High School in McMurray, Pennsylvania. This tradition-rich high school wrestling showcase is known as “The Rose Bowl of High School Wrestling.” This year’s event will have double-digit nationally ranked matchups and 16 different wrestlers who are ranked in the top five in their weight class.

Matchups have already been announced for the USA All-Stars vs PA All-Stars and New Jersey All-Stars vs WPIAL All-Stars. Matchups for New Jersey Women All-Stars and PA Women All-Stars will be released soon.

2025 Pittsburgh Wrestling Classic

US All-Star Team vs PA All-Star Team

121 lbs – #12 Ethan Timar, Brunswick, OH vs #9 Gauge Botero, Faith Christian Academy

127 lbs – #6 Ronnie Ramirez, Walnut, CA vs #2 Nathan Desmond, Wyoming Seminary

133 lbs – #6 Matthew Botello, Hingham, MA vs #3 Aaron Seidel, North Lebanon

139 lbs – #3 Sergio Vega, Tucsan, AZ vs #4 Tahir Parkins, Nazareth

145 lbs – #2 Nikade Zinkin, Clovis, CA vs #4 Eren Sement, Council Rock North

152 lbs – #1 Daniel Zepeda, Gilroy, CA vs #10 Maddox Shaw, Thomas Jefferson

160 lbs – #1 Landon Robideau, St. Michael, MN vs #3 Collin Gaj, Quakertown

160 lbs – #5 Alessio Perentin, Delbarton, NJ vs #2 Kollin Rath, Bethlehem Catholic

172 lbs – #1 LaDarion Lockett, Stillwater, OK vs #5 Asher Cunningham, State College

189 lbs – #4 Lane Foard, Reva, VA vs Tyler Morrison, West Perry

215 lbs – #3 Angelo Posada, Poway, CA vs #7 Austin Johnson, Muncy

285 lbs – #4 Rocco Dellagatta, Holmdel, NJ vs #9 Rowan Holmes, Somerset

New Jersey All-Stars vs WPIAL All-Stars

121 lbs – Anthony Pellegrino, Seton Hall vs Leo Joseph, Greater Latrobe

127 lbs – Devin Ryan, New Milford vs #18 Nico Fanella, Indiana

133 lbs – #7 Carson Walsh, Pope John vs Luke Willochell, Greater Latrobe

139 lbs – Jake Zaltsman, St. John Vianney vs Dominic Ferraro, Pine-Richland

145 lbs – Donny Almeyda, Pope John vs Ramil Islamov, Baldwin

152 lbs – Luke Geleta, Phillipsburg vs Evan Petrovich, Connellsville

160 lbs – AJ Falcone, Christian Brothers vs Lonzy Vielma, Connellsville

172 lbs – #10 Jordan Chapman, Cranford vs #6 Bode Marlow, Thomas Jefferson

189 lbs – Terrence Thomas, Toms River East vs Mark Gray, Kiski Area

189 lbs – #7 Vincenzo LaValle, Hanover Park vs Braedon Welsh, Fort Cherry

215 lbs – #14 Conor Delaney, Rumson-Fair Haven vs Jake Conroy, Ringgold

285 lbs – James Lynch, Toms River East vs Shepherd Turk, Thomas Jefferson

New Jersey Women All-Stars vs PA Women All-Stars

matchups to be released soon

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Lelulo’s Pizzeria thankful for the community support after sewage issue

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24 hours ago

March 26, 2025

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Lelulo’s Pizzeria thankful for the community support after sewage issue – CBS Pittsburgh

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It was a “rocky” few days for Lelulo’s, but thanks to help from the community, they were able to reopen and get back to serving up their beloved slices. KDKA’s Jessica Guay has the story.