Marist Liufau breaks forearm during Cowboys preseason game against Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Marist Liufau sustained a broken forearm in a preseason game against the New Orleans Saints on August 28, 2026. Liufau left the game early and is expected to miss several weeks, according to head coach Brian Schottenheimer. He has been a critical contributor on special teams and was attempting to adjust to a new role as an outside linebacker. The Cowboys are now faced with roster decisions regarding Liufau's injury status as they prepare to finalize their 53-man roster.
- •Liufau broke his forearm during the August 28 game.
- •Coach Schottenheimer confirmed Liufau will miss several weeks.
- •Liufau was a key player on special teams before his injury.
- •The Cowboys must decide how to address his roster spot.
- •The injury occurred in the final preseason game of 2026.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Marist Liufau breaks forearm in Saints game
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