Dallas Cowboys Guard Robert Jones Suffers Broken Neck in Training Camp

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Dallas Cowboys guard Robert Jones was injured during Sunday's practice, suffering a broken neck that is expected to keep him out of action for two to three months. The 6-foot-4, 321-pound lineman, who joined the Cowboys in March on a one-year deal, was competing with Tyler Booker for starting reps at right guard. Jones' injury is a significant blow to the Cowboys' offense, which is still without quarterback Dak Prescott, who is recovering from a July hand injury. The team's preseason opener against the Los Angeles Rams is just around the corner, and the loss of Jones will be felt.

Key Takeaways:

  • Robert Jones, Dallas Cowboys guard, suffered a broken neck in Sunday's training camp practice.
  • Jones is expected to miss two to three months of action, which will impact the team's preseason and potentially regular season performance.
  • Jones signed a one-year deal with the Cowboys in March, joining the team after spending four seasons with the Miami Dolphins, where he appeared in 49 games and started 30.
  • The Cowboys will face the Los Angeles Rams in their preseason opener on August 9, without key starters including Dak Prescott, who is recovering from a July hand injury.
  • Tyler Booker, the No. 12 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, was competing with Jones for starting reps at right guard before the injury.
  • Pro Football Focus gave Jones the 37th-best offensive rating among guards who played in at least 80% of snaps in 2024.

Statistics:

  • Jones has been with the Miami Dolphins for four seasons, appearing in 49 games, including 30 starts.
  • Jones was rated 37th among guards who played in at least 80% of snaps in 2024 by Pro Football Focus.
  • Jones is expected to miss two to three months of action, which projects to around 10-15 regular season games and the entire preseason schedule.
  • The Cowboys will face the Los Angeles Rams in their preseason opener on August 9.

Sources:

  • UPI, "Dallas Cowboys guard Robert Jones suffers broken neck, expected to miss 2-3 months" (July 28)
  • Pro Football Focus, "2024 Guard Ratings" (2024)
  • National Football League, "2025 NFL Draft" (2025)