Cowboys Promote Former Boise State WR From Practice Squad in Wake of Tavon Austin's Injury
By Chris Pyo
In the wake of Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Tavon Austin's concussion, the Cowboys have made a roster move in preparation for Sunday's matchup against the Washington Redskins.
Wideout and former Boise State player Cedrick Wilson was promoted from the practice squad.
The #Cowboys promoted WR Cedrick Wilson, who will make debut on Sunday. With Tavon Austin out, Wilson will be the fifth WR and have special teams duties.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 14, 2019
Wilson, a 2018 sixth-round pick by the Cowboys, totaled 139 receptions, 2,640 receiving yards and 18 touchdowns over two seasons with the Broncos.
According to the latest buzz, it looks like Wilson will play a decent role on special teams against the Redskins this Sunday.
Tavon Austin was absent from practice again today, and Cedrick Wilson was working pretty extensively on special teams stuff.
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) September 13, 2019
Not 100% sure, but it seems like a good bet he gets called up for this game.
Wilson's father also played in the NFL as a wide receiver for seven years. Cedrick Wilson Sr. won a Super Bowl ring with the Steelers in 2005 and retired after the 2007 season. I'm sure it'll be a proud moment for both father and son when the latter suits up for his first official NFL game.
Look for him to make an impact out there on Sunday, Cowboys fans!