Cowboys promote Juanyeh Thomas, waive Caelen Carson, sign Kyle Trask

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 9:13 AM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Cowboys promote Juanyeh Thomas, waive Caelen Carson, sign Kyle Trask
Summary

The Dallas Cowboys have promoted Juanyeh Thomas from the practice squad, waiving cornerback Caelen Carson in the process. Thomas, a safety, has been with the team since returning in late September and has seen increasing action in recent games. Carson, a fifth-round pick in 2024, struggled to make an impact during his time with the Cowboys. Additionally, the team signed quarterback Kyle Trask to the practice squad to bolster their depth at the position after losing Joe Milton to the Eagles.

Source Links
Status Watch
  • •Juanyeh Thomas replaces Caelen Carson on the active roster.
  • •Caelen Carson struggled in two-plus seasons with Dallas.
  • •Kyle Trask joins the practice squad as a backup quarterback.
  • •Thomas has seen increased playing time in recent games.
  • •Trask was a Heisman finalist during his college career.
Latest Updates
  • 9:13 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys waive underperforming CB, promote Juanyeh Thomas, add Heisman-finalist QB
What they're saying
"

In his return stint, Juanyeh Thomas replaces former 5th-round pick Caelen Carson on the active roster. QB Kyle Trask joins the practice squad.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days