Jerry Jones teases reinforcements on the way for Cowboys secondary

The Dallas Cowboys could see one promising defensive back return to the field sooner than expected.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Shavon Revel Jr. looks on before the game against the Baltimore Ravens. | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

In Week 2, the Dallas Cowboys needed overtime to secure a win over the New York Giants. In the offensive slugfest, Dallas was able to escape with a 40-37 victory, but they know there's a lot to clean up, especially on defense.

The Cowboys struggled to stop Russell Wilson, who threw for 450 yards against them. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer has faith they'll turn things around, saying communication will be the key.

Of course, having more talent would help as well, and that could be the case for them soon. Jerry Jones said on Tuesday that DaRon Bland, who missed Week 2 with a foot injury, has a chance to play in Week 3 against the Chicago Bears.

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He also teased a return to health for rookie cornerback Shavon Revel Jr., who began the season on the Non-Football Injury list. Jones said he's on track with the designation, which could mean a Week 4 debut for Revel.

Jerry Jones says on @1053thefan that #Cowboys rookie CB Shavon Revel Jr.’s return to the field from injury is lining up with his NFI designation, which would make him available following Dallas’ Week 4 game against the Packers.

— Tommy Yarrish (@tommy_yarrish) September 16, 2025

Seen as a potential early second-round selection, Revel's draft status took a hit when he suffered a torn ACL while playing for East Carolina. That led to a slide into Round 3, where Dallas selected him at No. 76 overall.

Revel won't be enough to fix all their concerns on defense, but if he and Bland are both back to full health, it could be a far more respectable unit than what we saw against the Giants.

Dallas Cowboys CB Shavon Revel Jr. goes through a drill during practice at the Ford Center at the Star Training Facility. | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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