Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown sidelined with hamstring injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
DeMarvion Overshown of the Dallas Cowboys is expected to miss 1-2 weeks due to a hamstring injury. This injury follows a history of health challenges that have plagued Overshown since his third-round selection in 2023. He previously missed time with significant knee injuries and a concussion last season. The Cowboys are looking for ways to bolster their defense, which has struggled in recent years. The team’s performance in his absence could influence his contract status as he approaches free agency.
- •Overshown sustained a hamstring injury after one game in 2026.
- •He missed significant time previously due to knee injuries and a concussion.
- •The Cowboys' defense has struggled in recent seasons without him.
- •Overshown is in a contract year, raising questions about his future with the team.
- •Dallas seeks improvements in defense as they navigate injuries.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown’s health continues to be a major concern
"Health is already a tricky thing for the Cowboys.
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