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Tue, 21 May 2013 18:02:04 -0700
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff and DE DeMarcus Ware did not participate in team drills Tuesday, May 21, during the first day of organized team activities (OTAs).
Sun, 21 Apr 2013 20:48:55 -0700
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder) has regained full range of motion in his surgically repaired right shoulder, and he has resumed lifting weights. He is hopeful of participating in some of the team's organized team activities (OTAs) in May, and the mandatory minicamp in June. Ware vows to be 100 percent for training camp. "It feels really good right now, but I hadn't had any impact yet," Ware said.
Fri, 05 Apr 2013 05:51:22 -0700
Dallas Cowboys DE DeMarcus Ware said QB Tony Romo has a responsibility to step up his game even further after signing a contract extension. "I feel like everybody is deserving to whatever is given to him, but at the end of the day, to me it's put up or shut up," Ware said. "I'm just being straight-up honest with you. Get out there and be productive, and that's with any player. Whatever they get, they're deserving of it. You just got to get out there and play and I know he can be and will be the quarterback that is going to be the quarterback that is going to take us to the next level."
Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:50:21 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys appear to be going into next season with DE DeMarcus Ware and LB Anthony Spencer as their starting defensive ends and DT Jay Ratliff and DE Jason Hatcher as their starting defensive tackles.
Thu, 28 Feb 2013 04:20:06 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys' decision to restructure DE DeMarcus Ware's deal could be an indication the team does not expect to complete negotiations to extend QB Tony Romo's contract and lower his team-high $16.8 million salary cap figure before March 12.
Thu, 28 Feb 2013 04:02:25 -0800
Updating a previous item, the Dallas Cowboys added voidable years to DE DeMarcus Ware's contract to 2017 to lower the salary cap numbers even more in 2013, according to sources. Ware's deal voids after the 2015 season.
Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:36:04 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys restructured DE DeMarcus Ware's contract Wednesday, Feb. 27, converting $5 million of his base salary into a signing bonus, which will save $4 million against the salary cap this season.
Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:20:54 -0800
Dallas Cowboys OT Doug Free, CB Brandon Carr, DE Jason Hatcher, OG Nate Livings, QB Kyle Orton, CB Orlando Scandrick, DE DeMarcus Ware and TE Jason Witten may be candidates to restructure their contracts in order for the team to create some salary cap space.
Fri, 22 Feb 2013 17:32:45 -0800
Dallas Cowboys head coach expressed relief that LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) will not require surgery on his right elbow. "We were prepared to do whatever we needed to do and wanted to do it as early as we could," Garrett said Friday, Feb. 22, "but that's certainly a good outcome for us and it seems like he's getting better and better."
Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:17:53 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DE DeMarcus Ware (elbow) might not need surgery on his hyperextended right elbow, according to a source. He already had postseason surgery for a torn labrum in his right shoulder. Ware now should be ready for the start of training camp.
Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:34:07 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys are looking into LB Kyle Wilber playing defensive end and backing up LB DeMarcus Ware.
Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:07:25 -0800
The Dallas Cowboys could ask WR Miles Austin, TE Jason Witten, LB DeMarcus Ware and CB Brandon Carr to restructure their contracts in order to create some salary cap space.
Fri, 01 Feb 2013 07:24:54 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DE DeMarcus Ware (shoulder, elbow) will have surgery to remove bone fragments from his right elbow soon.
Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:50:38 -0800
Updating a previous report, Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware said he does not expect any problems in his transition to a defensive end in a 4-3 defensive alignment because he has played the position before. "In college I played the 4-3," Ware said. "It's usually just being aggressive (in) getting to the quarterback, stopping the run from a defensive end standpoint. But I've been playing the 3-4 for eight years, so I have gotten comfortable with that." Ware does not think he will need to put on any more weight to play defensive end.
Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:11:28 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware said he will switch from outside linebacker to defensive end next season in new defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin's 4-3 scheme.
Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:08:27 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware said he was disappointed to see former defensive coordinator Rob Ryan relieved of his duties. Ware believes Ryan is a good teacher. "He was one of the best coaches I've ever played for, really teaching me how to play and think like a linebacker," Ware said. "I had to go in there and know all the drops the inside backers would have and I had to know all the formations, knowing the skill of the game, he really taught me that a lot."
Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:21:01 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder) said Thursday, Jan. 31, his recovery from shoulder surgery is going fine and that he'll be ready for the start of the 2013 season.
Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:19:29 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware said Thursday, Jan. 31, there's a good possibility the window is closing on his team to win a Super Bowl. In order to be a contender still, Ware said the team needs to play more consistently and cut back on turnovers in big games. "We haven't been that consistent team that we need to be," Ware said. "Everybody tells us the opportunity, the gate is closing, the door is closing. The door is always closing each year because it's a business deal to have certain guys on the team."
Fri, 11 Jan 2013 18:14:46 -0800
Dallas Cowboys scouting director Larry Lacewell said Friday, Jan. 11, that LB DeMarcus Ware, who is expected to move to defensive end, might be fresher in 2013 since he won't have to drop in coverage, limiting the amount he has to run. "He should be similar but better than (Indianapolis Colts DE Dwight Freeeney)," Lacewell said. "(Ware is) much strong and bigger."
Fri, 11 Jan 2013 11:00:18 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware likely would move to defensive end if the team switches to a 4-3 defensive alignment.
Wed, 09 Jan 2013 18:23:14 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder, elbow) said Wednesday, Jan. 9, that he will undergo surgery on his right shoulder Thursday, Jan. 10. He hopes to be cleared to return to the field on time for training camp. Ware was bothered for much of the season with a posterior torn labrum, which caused his shoulder to pop in and out of place. It has yet to be determined whether Ware will also undergo surgery for a hyperextended right elbow. Ware will obviously not be able to participate in the Pro Bowl.
Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:01:12 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) said Wednesday, Jan. 2, that his elbow injury gave him more problems than his shoulder. Nothing has been determined as to when he'll undergo surgery.
Sun, 30 Dec 2012 22:17:39 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder) was severely limited in the Week 17 game against the Washington Redskins, and he said Sunday, Dec. 30, that he will have surgeries on his right shoulder and elbow, injuries which have affected him for weeks.
Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:06:35 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder) will start in Week 17 against the Washington Redskins, but he might be limited to some passing situations due to a shoulder injury. "I think we're going to have to watch how many plays we give him," defensive coordinator Rob Ryan said Saturday, Dec. 29. Ware said earlier in the week that he will wear a harness over a shoulder that keeps popping out and might require surgery during the offseason. He is also wearing a brace to protect a hyperextended elbow.
Fri, 28 Dec 2012 11:55:57 -0800
Dallas Cowboys RB Felix Jones (knee), DE Jason Hatcher (thigh), LB Alex Albright (knee), LB Victor Butler (groin) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) are listed as probable for Week 17. Ware did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 28, Butler was limited and the other three fully participated.
Thu, 27 Dec 2012 12:14:10 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 27.
Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:52:41 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) was not taking part in practice Thursday, Dec. 27.
Wed, 26 Dec 2012 14:22:39 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DL Robert Callaway (non-injury), DT Jay Ratliff (groin), LB Victor Butler (groin), LB Brady Poppinga (non-injury) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 26.
Mon, 24 Dec 2012 11:26:39 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder, elbow) is expected to play in Week 17, according to head coach Jason Garrett.
Sun, 23 Dec 2012 22:03:06 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder, elbow) suffered a strained right shoulder in the Week 16 game against the New Orleans Saints, and he missed the fourth quarter and overtime as a result. He has been playing the past two games with a hyperextended right elbow, too. LB Victor Butler replaced him.
Sun, 23 Dec 2012 12:57:33 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder) left the game early Week 16 because of a right shoulder strain and is considered questionable to return.
Sat, 22 Dec 2012 07:12:26 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow, shoulder) is far from 100 percent at this point in the season; however, he said he will be available for Week 16. Ware has been bothered by a stinger at times this season and is currently slowed by right shoulder and right elbow injuries. "I'm feeling good enough to play on Sunday, so that's good," Ware said.
Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:12:59 -0800
Dallas Cowboys CB Morris Claiborne (concussion) and S Charlie Peprah (foot) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 21, and are probable for Week 16. LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) was limited in practice and is probable.
Thu, 20 Dec 2012 12:23:18 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) and LB Ernie Sims (concussion) both were limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 20.
Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:23:59 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 19.
Wed, 19 Dec 2012 09:49:02 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) is taking part in practice Wednesday, Dec. 19.
Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:05:17 -0800
Dallas Cowboys OG Nate Livings (concussion), LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow), CB Morris Claiborne (concussion) and SS Charlie Peprah (foot) are listed as questionable for Week 15. Ware did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 14, while the other three were limited.
Thu, 13 Dec 2012 17:51:56 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) is expected to play in Week 15 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:27:42 -0800
Updating a previous report, Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 13.
Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:17:42 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) said he has a hyperextended elbow and will wear a brace on the elbow in Week 15.
Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:04:21 -0800
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) did not attend practice Thursday, Dec. 13. Ratliff isn't expected to play in Week 15 but Ware is.
Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:27:33 -0800
Dallas Cowboys CB Morris Claiborne (concussion), OG Nate Livings (concussion), S Charlie Peprah (foot), DT Jay Ratliff (groin) and LB DeMarcus Ware (elbow) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 12.
Sun, 09 Dec 2012 18:33:56 -0800
Dallas Cowboys OG Nate Livings (knee), S Gerald Sensabaugh (leg) and LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder) each left the Week 14 game against the Cincinnati Bengals briefly due to injury, but each were able to return.
Wed, 05 Dec 2012 10:46:08 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (shoulder), who had his shoulder nicked up in Week 13, participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 5.
Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:53:03 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (unknown) was spotted in the weight room but not on the practice field during the team's walkthrough session Monday, Nov. 26.
Thu, 22 Nov 2012 06:16:47 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware said he won't hesitate to rush the edge with abandon when Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III drops back in Week 12, or when the Redskins show the read-option look. "You've got to be aggressive. You can't just sit back there because he can throw the ball," Ware said. "You don't want to leave your cornerbacks on an island. You can't have a spy guy mentality. We have to put pressure on him." Defensive coordinator Rob Ryan added the team will pick their spots when it comes to blitzing Griffin.
Sun, 18 Nov 2012 12:12:11 -0800
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (head) is being tested for a concussion after suffering an injury in Week 11.
Mon, 29 Oct 2012 05:46:37 -0700
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (ribs) suffered sore ribs in Week 8 after taking a cleat to his side. Ware missed two plays in the game after getting the wind knocked out of him, but he later returned.
Fri, 26 Oct 2012 12:52:11 -0700
Dallas Cowboys OG Ryan Cook (hamstring), LB Anthony Spencer (shoulder) and LB DeMarcus Ware (illness) are probable for Week 8. Ware did not practice Friday, Oct. 26, but the two others practiced in full.
Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:05:13 -0700
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarcus Ware (illness) did not take part in practice Thursday, Oct. 25. Ware's illness is not considered serious and he's expected to play in Week 8.