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Dallas Cowboys running back Miles Sanders got some more work with the first-team offense on Wednesday at mandatory minicamp, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Nick Harris. So far at minicamp, it's been Sanders and Javonte Williams getting the work with the starting offense. In addition to adding Sanders and Williams in free agency this offseason, the Cowboys took Jaydon Blue (fifth round) and Phil Mafah (seventh round) in this year's NFL draft. A committee situation will most likely develop in 2025 among Sanders, Williams and Blue, making Dallas' backfield pretty ugly for fantasy purposes. Sanders had his first 1,000-yard season in his final season in Philly in 2022 before falling off a cliff with 637 rushing yards, three TDs and 3.5 yards per carry in 2023 and 2024. He's unlikely to see the volume needed for a bounce-back and is ranked as the No. 74 RB at RotoBaller entering 2025.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (knee) said his goal is to return for Week 1 of the 2025 regular season this fall, according to The Dallas Morning News' Calvin Watkins. Diggs had surgery to fix a cartilage issue in his knee in January and is expected to start training camp this summer on the Physically Unable to Perform list. The 26-year-old tore his ACL in Week 3 of 2023 but made it back last year, only to deal with ankle, calf, groin and foot injuries, in addition to his knee ailment, while being limited to 11 starts. It seems like ages ago that he recorded a league-high 11 interceptions (two returned for touchdowns) in 2021. Dallas figures to be cautious with the two-time Pro Bowler in his recovery, so it wouldn't be a surprise if he's not ready for the season opener in September. When healthy, Diggs has already proved he can be a ball-hawking defensive back for the Cowboys defense.

Dallas Cowboys linebacker/edge rusher Micah Parsons is expected to report for mandatory minicamp this offseason despite his absence from voluntary OTAs. The four-time Pro Bowler in as many NFL seasons is seeking a new contract after racking up 256 tackles (172 solo), 52.5 sacks, nine forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries, nine pass deflections, and 41 run stuffs in 63 career games. He is deserving of a payday and ranks just 60th among edge defenders in average salary ($4.27 million). The good news is Parsons is not hinting toward sitting or holding out, and his 2025 season availability is not in doubt at this point in the offseason. That said, the situation is well worth monitoring.

According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons skipped the second week of OTAs. Parsons was in attendance for the first week, resulting in the 26-year-old receiving praise from head coach Brian Schottenheimer. His presence also led many to suspect that both sides were nearing a new deal. However, it appears that things may not be as cordial as initially believed. Parsons, who is entering the final year of his rookie agreement, has totaled 256 tackles (172 solo) and a whopping 52.5 sacks in 63 games. He's also earned a trip to the Pro Bowl in each of his four seasons in the National Football League. The Cowboys' front office has a history of dragging their feet when it comes to contract negotiations. But the team will need him on the field come training camp, considering Dallas had issues on the defensive side of the ball throughout the 2025 campaign.

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams was seen taking reps with the first team during the portion of last Tuesday's OTAs that was open to the media, according to Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com. Williams signed with Dallas during the offseason, and their crowded backfield now features Williams, Jaydon Blue, and Miles Sanders, among other depth pieces. While this update from Yarrish could provide some insight into the Cowboys' backfield dynamic, it's important to note that the regular season is still several months away and the depth chart is destined to change. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer echoed this sentiment, saying, "It's too early to tell. Last year, we went into it thinking it's going to be by committee and then at the end of the year, we changed that." He noted that Williams and Sanders got an early jump on the competition by signing during the offseason, but even Blue has made impressive progress in the few weeks since being drafted.