Cowboys’ Rico Dowdle Questionable for Sunday Night Game Due to Illness

Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle has been listed as questionable for Sunday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers due to an illness. Dowdle fell ill shortly after arriving at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, prompting the team to reassess his availability for the game.

If Dowdle is unable to play, it could open up more playing time for Dalvin Cook, who was elevated from the practice squad on Saturday. Cook would join Ezekiel Elliott and Deuce Vaughn as alternative options in the backfield for the Cowboys.

Dowdle has been a significant contributor to the Cowboys this season, starting five of the team’s six games and accumulating 59 carries for 246 yards so far.

The uncertainty surrounding Dowdle’s health adds a layer of complexity to the team’s strategy and could impact fantasy football lineups and game predictions for Week 8).