KaVontae Turpin faces competition for offensive role on Cowboys roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and return specialist KaVontae Turpin continues to hold a crucial role as he enters the 2026 season. Despite being regarded as the fastest player on the team at nearly 30 years old, Turpin has not secured significant offensive involvement, with fluctuating usage over the past few seasons. While he is projected to have a 90% chance of making the roster, competition is emerging from new players like running back Jaydon Blue and rookie safety Caleb Downs, both of whom could also serve in return capacities. The Cowboys may reassess Turpin's standing if they find a player who can fulfill both return and offensive duties effectively.
- •Turpin is a four-year NFL veteran and Pro Bowl returner.
- •He has averaged 38 targets and consistent rushing attempts over the last three seasons.
- •Jaydon Blue and Caleb Downs could challenge for Turpin's role as return specialist.
- •Turpin has two years left on his contract with a $4.64 million cap hit.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys 2026 roster rundown: WR KaVontae Turpin
"How much do you think the Cowboys will use KaVontae Turpin on offense?
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Sep 8, 2026, 6:01 PMCowboys’ Jerry Jones reveals what Dallas wants from QB Joe Milton
NFL•Sep 8, 2026, 6:00 PMDallas Cowboys countdown to kickoff: Top 100 iconic games - Day 8
NFL•Sep 8, 2026, 5:44 PMCowboys face major blow as critical OL starter injured ahead of Week 1
NFL•Sep 8, 2026, 5:44 PMCowboys lose star offensive lineman to injury days before season opener
NFL•Sep 8, 2026, 5:21 PMMalik Nabers' history vs. Dallas suggests big Week 1 if Giants star plays
NFL•Sep 8, 2026, 5:08 PMRaiders fans were not in favor of signing Von Miller
