The Dallas Cowboys will face Week 5 without wide receiver Brandin Cooks due to injury, opening the door for rookie Ryan Journoy to make his NFL debut. Journoy, a sixth-round pick, impressed in preseason action despite recovering from a knee injury.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is high on Journoy, drawing comparisons to Cowboys legend Dez Bryant. On 105.3 the FAN, Jones praised Journoy’s athleticism, saying, “He’s got Dez Bryant stuff to him… Boy, is he an athlete.” Jones’ endorsement has generated buzz around Journoy’s potential.
Journoy’s preseason performance hinted at his capabilities, with seven catches for 53 yards and two touchdowns. However, his role remains uncertain, even with Cooks sidelined. KaVontae Turpin and Jalen Tolbert are likely to see increased targets from quarterback Dak Prescott.
Jones’ bold comparison adds pressure and excitement around Journoy’s debut. Dez Bryant’s accomplishments with the Cowboys, including 73 touchdowns and three Pro Bowl appearances, set a high bar. Can Journoy live up to the hype?
While Journoy’s athleticism is undeniable, his NFL readiness is still untested. The Cowboys’ coaching staff will closely monitor his development, and Journoy’s debut will provide valuable insight into his potential.
As Journoy prepares for his first regular-season snap, Cowboys fans eagerly await the rookie’s performance. Will he justify Jones’ lofty expectations and become a key contributor to the team’s passing game? The stage is set for Journoy to prove himself.
