The Dallas Cowboys will take on the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday Night Football this week.
The Cowboys are currently 3-1, while the 49ers are 3-0. Although the history behind these two teams playing makes it a matchup to watch already, this highly anticipated game can determine playoff seeding later in the season.
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Who Are the Inactives for Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers?
Dallas Cowboys
- TE Peyton Hendershot
- OL Asim Richards
- WR Jalen Brooks
- DL Viliami Fehoko Jr.
- S Israel Mukuamu
- CB Eric Scott Jr.
- QB Trey Lance
San Francisco 49ers
- DE Randy Gregory
- TE Brayden Willis
- RB Elijah Mitchell
- LB Jalen Graham
- OL Nick Zakelj
- DT Kalia Davis
Latest Injury Report News and Updates
Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys are without Hendershot for a second week. However, Sean McKeon has been elevated from the practice squad for the second time.
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Tight ends are vital in the West Coast offense that Mike McCarthy runs for blocking. However, with the Cowboys’ offense struggling to capitalize in the red zone, they could also be a vital part of scoring in this game.
One of the most exciting factors of the game for the Cowboys will be having all of their starting offensive line take the field for the first time this season. This will be the first time the starting line will all play together in a game for the Cowboys since 2021.
San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers are still undefeated as they head into Week 5. The offense has mastered the art of window-dressing plays, which can fake out defenses and make them miss a move to create big plays.
The 49ers have dominated almost every aspect of the game and rank at the top of nearly every stat chart. Christian McCaffrey currently leads the league in rushing yards and is the 49ers’ red-zone guy. If the Cowboys can stop the run and force Brock Purdy to pass, they can dominate this game. However, they must ensure that Brandon Aiyuk doesn’t have a chance to get the ball at that point, either.
As for their defense, it will bring the pass rush every time if they are not neutralized, which is exactly why the Cowboys need their starting line on the field for this game. Nick Bosa only has one sack so far this season, but he is hungry for more.
What are the Starting Lineups for Each Team?
Dallas Cowboys
- Quarterback: Dak Prescott
- Wide Receiver: CeeDee Lamb, Brandin Cooks, Michael Gallup
- Running Back/Fullback: Tony Pollard, Rico Dowdle
- Tight End: Jake Ferguson
- Offensive Line (Left to Right): Tyron Smith, Tyler Smith, Tyler Biadasz, Zack Martin, Terence Steele
- Defensive Line: Demarcus Lawrence, Johnathan Hankins, Osa Odighizuwa, Dorance Armstrong
- Linebacker: Micah Parsons, Leighton Vander Esch
- Defensive Backs: Stephon Gilmore, DaRon Bland, Jourdan Lewis, Donovan Wilson, Malik Hooker, Jayron Kearse
San Francisco 49ers
- Quarterback: Brock Purdy
- Wide Receiver: Brandon Aiyuk, Deebo Samuel
- Running Back/Fullback: Christian McCaffrey
- Tight End: George Kittle
- Offensive Line (Left to Right): Trent Williams, Aaron Banks, Jake Brendel, Spencer Burford, Colton McKivitz
- Defensive Line: Clelin Ferrell, Arik Armstead, Javon Hargrave, Nick Bosa
- Linebacker: Oren Burks, Fred Warner, Dre Greenlaw
- Defensive Backs: Charvarius Ward, Deommodore Lenoir, Isaiah Oliver, Tashaun Gipson Sr., Talanoa Hufanga