KaVontae Turpin sidelined for Cowboys' Week 8 game against Cardinals

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Last updated Oct 31, 2026

KaVontae Turpin sidelined for Cowboys' Week 8 game against Cardinals
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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin will not participate in the team's Week 8 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals due to a rib injury. He sustained the injury during the opening kickoff of Week 6's game versus the Green Bay Packers and has been unable to practice since. Turpin primarily impacts special teams as the Cowboys' kick and punt returner. Running back Tyler Goodson is expected to take over kick return duties, while wide receiver Jonathan Mingo is likely to handle punt returns.

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  • •KaVontae Turpin won't play due to rib injury.
  • •Scheduled game against Arizona Cardinals in Week 8.
  • •Injury occurred on the opening kickoff in Week 6.
  • •Tyler Goodson to handle kicks; Jonathan Mingo for punts.
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  • 2:39 PMYahoo Sports — KaVontae Turpin won't play in Week 8
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KaVontae Turpin to remain sidelined with injury to ribs

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