The only other edge rushers on the roster are second-round pick Marshawn Kneeland, Chauncey Golston, Tyrus Wheat and practice-squad elevation Carl Lawson. Kneeland already has had a larger-than-expected role early in his rookie year, and will now be in for an even more expanded slate of snaps.

The Dallas Cowboys put together an important win on Thursday Night Football against the New York Giants, but the win came at a great cost. Both DeMarcus Lawrence and Micah Parsons were hurt, and are expected to miss some time.

Micah Parsons can’t remember the last time he’s missed a game due to injury. The reason: it’s never happened. “Never,” he said Monday as he sat at his locker and put his foot in a protective boot due to a high ankle sprain.