Jaydon Blue teases Dallas Cowboys debut in Week 5 vs. New York Jets

With Miles Sanders hurting, the Dallas Cowboys appear set to give rookie Jaydon Blue his first chance in the NFL.

Teammates celebrate with Dallas Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue after he scores a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons. | Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images

The Dallas Cowboys will travel to New Jersey this weekend as they take on the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.

Injuries have plagued the Cowboys, who have multiple offensive linemen in doubt for this showdown. They could also be without backup running back Miles Sanders, who is dealing with a knee and ankle injury.

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If Sanders does have to sit out, the Cowboys would finally give rookie Jaydon Blue a chance. While there's no word on Sanders' status, Blue's recent Instagram post teased his debut this weekend. Blue, who has been inactive in each of the first four games, posted "It was all a process. Let's do it 23."

#Cowboys Jaydon Blue on Instagram ahead of his season debut on Sunday:

Blue is someone fans have been looking forward to watching since training camp. Let’s see what the rookie’s got 💪

(📸: @Jaydonblue23 on IG) pic.twitter.com/HTCb5TopFs

— Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) October 2, 2025

Blue's absence has frustrated fans, who want to see what the speedster from Texas can do for the Dallas offense. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer, however, hinted that Blue hasn't earned the opportunity.

“Young players, it hits at different times. He’s extremely talented. You have to earn your chance to get out there. There has to be consistency,” said Schottenheimer in September.

In addition to Sanders, the Cowboys are also concerned about KaVontae Turpin's status this weekend. Even if both Sanders and Turpin play, the Cowboys might activate Blue for insurance purposes.

Dallas Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue carries the ball during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons. | Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images

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