Dallas Cowboys DVOA, Stats, & NFL Rankings

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle has seen an even split in both rushing and receiving work with Ezekiel Elliott through the first two weeks of the season. The fifth-year back has seen a more consistent workload this season than he ever has, but he still is not a reliable fantasy option due to the workload split with Elliott. This week against the Baltimore Ravens, Dowdle grades as an RB4. Baltimore has allowed the least amount of rushing yards in the league through the first two games, creating a negative matchup for the Dallas running back. Look elsewhere for a running back option this week, as Dowdle will need a touchdown to pay off in fantasy.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has had a slow start to the 2024 fantasy season. He didn't have to do much in a dominant Week 1 win, and struggled in last week's blowout loss. Week 3 presents an opportunity for the 31-year-old to put it all together as the 0-2 Baltimore Ravens come to town. Baltimore has allowed the most passing yards in the league through two weeks while being stronger against the run, matching up well with what Dallas likes to do offensively. Despite Prescott's slow start, he grades as a low-end QB1 this week and should be inserted into lineups in most formats.

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson (knee) practiced again on Thursday following a limited practice on Wednesday due to a knee injury. It appears the third-year pro out of Wisconsin has a real chance to play in Week 3 against the Baltimore Ravens after missing the Week 2 loss to the New Orleans Saints. Ferguson was considered a sleeper candidate to finish as high-end TE1 this season, which remains a possibility if he can get back to action. The Ravens gave up nine receptions for 98 yards last week to rookie tight end Brock Bowers, so Ferguson could be in line for fantasy success if he starts and his knee isn't limiting his mobility. Ravens star safety Kyle Hamilton (back) is banged up heading into Week 3, which is good news for Ferguson's fantasy prospects.UPDATE: Ferguson was limited again on Thursday.

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (ankle) and cornerback Trevon Diggs (foot) will be limited in Thursday's practice, but head coach Mike McCarthy said, "I'm not of high concern there" in terms of their availability for the Week 3 contest on Sunday versus the Baltimore Ravens. Lamb did not take part in the first practice of the week on Wednesday, raising some questions about his availability this weekend. But as long as the 25-year-old doesn't suffer a setback with his ankle the next couple of days, it sounds as though fantasy managers should expect him to play on Sunday in Dallas. We'll continue to keep a close eye on his practice status through Friday. There's no reason yet for fantasy managers to pull him out of their starting lineups for Week 3. Through two games, Lamb has nine receptions for 151 yards and a touchdown for the Cowboys.

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday, according to Patrik Walker. However, this injury is not viewed as a serious concern and the star wideout is on track to start in their Week 3 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the Dallas practice report in case the 25-year-old has a further setback. After catching five passes for 61 yards in the season opener, Lamb enjoyed an excellent game on Sunday as he tallied 90 yards and a score against the New Orleans Saints. Lamb should be locked into all starting lineups and viewed as a high-end WR1 for the remainder of the season.