Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (shoulder) has been able to put in full practices this week after being banged up and battling illness in the last few weeks, so he should be ready for his usual workload this Thursday against the Lions. Turpin typically plays about 25% of snaps for the Cowboys and gets a few targets each game. He has totaled 19 catches for 260 yards and a touchdown in his 10 games this season, while also taking 12 carries for 63 yards. He had a season-high 33 rushing yards in the Cowboys' Thanksgiving win last week and caught both his targets for 28 receiving yards. With so many options in Dallas's passing game, Turpin is not a great option in most standard-sized leagues, but his big-play potential does give him a high ceiling if he breaks free for a big play. He's the No. 79 WR in RotBaller's Week 14 rankings, so he is best left on the bench in standard-sized leagues, although he is involved enough to be on the radar for DFS action as a bargain option.
Dec 4, 2025 10:14 AM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (illness, shoulder) was back at practice on a limited basis on Tuesday due to an illness and a shoulder injury, per The Athletic's Jon Machota. Turpin's return to the practice field on Tuesday after being a DNP on Monday is a sign that he's trending towards being available on Thanksgiving on Thursday versus the Kansas City Chiefs. The 29-year-old caught one pass for a 48-yard pickup on two targets in Sunday's win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Turpin is more of an asset for Dallas as a kick returner on special teams. He has not caught more than two passes in a game since Sept. 28 against the Green Bay Packers, and his only score on offense in 2025 came back on Sept. 14 versus the New York Giants. If active on Thursday against KC, Turpin isn't a realistic starting option in fantasy football lineups.
Nov 25, 2025 5:17 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (shoulder, illness) was listed as a non-participant during Monday's practice session. Turpin played his highest snap count since Week 4 during Sunday's win over the Philadelphia Eagles. It appears the 29-year-old picked up a pair of issues along the way. He'll get a few more days to get healthy before Thursday's Thanksgiving matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. The absence of Turpin could mean more playing time for Jalen Tolbert, who was a healthy scratch this past weekend.
Nov 24, 2025 9:37 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin hasn't done much in the receiving game over the last few weeks. Turpin has been held to two receptions or fewer in four straight games. Last week, Turpin hauled in one of his two targets for zero yards in the win over the Las Vegas Raiders. At this point, Turpin has fallen too far down on the depth chart to be a weekly asset. Right now, CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens are looking like the only reliable wideouts on this roster. Turpin is a helpful special teams player, but isn't someone that is going to help in fantasy leagues right now.
Nov 21, 2025 9:30 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin has just four catches for 25 yards over his last three games, but he has offered a much greater spark on special teams and should continue to handle return duties when the team returns from its Week 10 bye. Turpin has 18 kick returns over his last four games, including six last week against the Arizona Cardinals. His 722 kick return yards in 2025 rank fourth-most in the NFL. Turpin's role on offense has been minimal behind CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and Jalen Tolbert, but he should continue to make a significant impact on special teams when the Cowboys face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 11.
Nov 8, 2025 12:53 AM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin has barely been involved over the last few weeks. Turpin was able to produce some decent games in the beginning of the season, but has done nearly nothing lately. Last week, Turpin hauled in one of his five targets for -2 yards in the loss to the Denver Broncos. The return of CeeDee Lamb has pushed Turpin down on the depth chart. The 29-year-old hasn't produced a game with more than 30 receiving yards since Week 3. Turpin shouldn't be considered a viable option heading into the Week 9 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
Oct 28, 2025 7:17 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin is set to return in Week 7 against the Commanders after missing two games with a foot sprain. Turpin is set to return alongside star WR CeeDee Lamb, both coming back from multi-game absences. Before getting injured, Turpin was an impactful weapon for Dallas, catching 11 of 13 targets for 159 yards and a touchdown in four games. Turpin is expected to resume his WR3 duties behind Lamb and George Pickens against a Washington secondary that will allow plenty of yardage to opposing wideouts. In deeper leagues, he is a potential flex play for Week 7.
Oct 18, 2025 2:03 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) returned to practice on Wednesday after missing the past two games with a foot sprain. Turpin has quietly been efficient this season, hauling in 11 of 13 targets for 159 yards and a touchdown. While he's not a focal point of the Dallas passing attack, his speed and versatility keep him involved enough to offer deep-league or bye-week appeal. With the Cowboys offense passing at a high volume, Turpin could provide sneaky flex value if he's cleared to play in Week 7. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his practice participation throughout the week before considering him as a potential plug-in option.
Oct 15, 2025 2:14 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys Executive Vice President Stephen Jones said that wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) has "a chance" to play in Week 7 against the Washington Commanders, per Jon Machota of The Athletic. Turpin has missed two straight games with a foot injury. The 29-year-old has recorded 11 catches for 159 yards and a touchdown on 13 targets across four games so far this season. Dallas may also be getting star wideout CeeDee Lamb (ankle) back in Week 7, which would likely leave Turpin fighting for WR3 reps in Dallas with Jalen Tolbert and Ryan Flournoy. If Lamb remains out in Week 7, Turpin could have some flex appeal in deep leagues against Washington.
Oct 13, 2025 9:09 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) has been ruled out for a second straight game in Week 6 against the hosting Carolina Panthers on Sunday after he was unable to practice all week, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic. Turpin suffered a foot injury in the Week 4 tie with the Green Bay Packers and will now miss his second straight game. The 29-year-old's next chance to return to action will be in Week 7 against the division-rival Washington Commanders. With both Turpin and CeeDee Lamb (ankle) missing another game, George Pickens should once again dominate pass-game targets, with Ryan Flournoy and Jalen Tolbert serving as secondary options. Tight end Jake Ferguson has been quarterback Dak Prescott's No. 2 weapon in the two weeks that Lamb has been unavailable. At best, Turpin is the team's WR3/kick returner when healthy.
Oct 10, 2025 5:13 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) missed another day of practice this week on Thursday, making it more unlikely that he'll return for the team's Week 6 contest on the road against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Turpin injured his foot in the Week 4 tie with the Green Bay Packers and has not practiced or played since. The 29-year-old will need to get back on the practice field on Friday to have a shot at suiting up this weekend, but he has already said that he doesn't expect to be out there. Turpin has taken on a bigger role on offense this year in addition to his kick-return duties, but it has only amounted to 11 catches on 13 targets for 159 yards and one touchdown in four games. He's merely a bench stash in 14-plus-team leagues. With CeeDee Lamb (ankle) likely out another game as well, George Pickens, Jalen Tolbert, and Ryan Flournoy figure to operate in starting three-wide sets on Sunday.
Oct 9, 2025 9:27 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) doesn't expect to be ready to play for the Week 6 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Turpin appears to be in line to miss his second straight game due to a foot sprain. He hasn't officially been ruled out, but the fact that Turpin is saying this at the beginning of the practice week isn't a good sign. Ryan Flournoy hauled in six receptions for 114 yards last week. He figures to have an increased role again, but is more of a deep league option. Jalen Tolbert should see more of the field as well, but is coming off a dud in Week 5.
Oct 8, 2025 9:45 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said on 1053 The Fan that the team has its "fingers crossed" that wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) can return in Week 6 on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers on the road, according to Tommy Yarrish of DallasCowboys.com. Turpin didn't play in the Week 5 win over the New York Jets due to a foot sprain that kept him out of practice all last week. The 29-year-old has mostly been a big asset on special teams as a kick returner for Dallas, but he's also beginning to take on a bigger role on offense as a pass-catcher. If Turpin can return this weekend, he'll have a bigger opportunity in the passing game with CeeDee Lamb (ankle) expected to miss another game. However, Turpin would be competing with Ryan Flournoy, who had a big game on Sunday, and Jalen Tolbert for WR2 duties behind George Pickens, making him more of a WR5 in fantasy.
Oct 7, 2025 12:30 PM EST
The Dallas Cowboys have ruled out wide receiver/return man KaVontae Turpin (foot) for their Week 5 matchup against the hosting New York Jets on Sunday, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelisser. In addition to Turpin, top receiver CeeDee Lamb will miss a second straight game with a high-ankle sprain he suffered in Week 3. Turpin suffered a foot sprain in Sunday night's tie with the Green Bay Packers and was unable to practice all week. With both Lamb and Turpin sidelined this weekend, Jalen Tolbert and Ryan Flournoy should be added to starting three-wide sets alongside George Pickens, who had 100-plus yards and two touchdowns as the WR1 for Dallas against Green Bay. Turpin is most valuable to the Cowboys for his return skills on special teams, but he had also been seeing a bigger role as the WR3 before Lamb's injury. His next chance to return will be in Week 6 against the Carolina Panthers.
Oct 3, 2025 5:38 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) missed a second straight day of practice this week on Thursday, per Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News. The same can be said for top wideout CeeDee Lamb, who looks headed for a second straight absence in Week 5 against the New York Jets after suffering a high-ankle sprain in Week 3. Turpin could also be held out this Sunday if he's not able to get on the practice field on Friday. Fantasy managers who picked up Turpin off the waiver wire in light of Lamb's ankle injury were disappointed with his production in the first game without Lamb in the Sunday night tie against the Green Bay Packers. It was Jalen Tolbert, not Turpin, who saw his role grow the most in the passing attack without Lamb. If Turpin misses Week 5, both Tolbert and Ryan Flournoy will be asked to step up behind George Pickens.
Oct 2, 2025 6:20 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (foot) could wind up missing Sunday's game against the Jets after suffering a foot injury in the Cowboys' tie against the Packers in Week 4. Turpin was not present for practice on Wednesday, but, positively, the Cowboys don't think that this is an injury that would require a trip to the Injured Reserve list. Dallas is already down their superstar wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, and that receiver room was not very deep to begin with. Turpin was off to a productive start to 2025, catching 11 of 13 targets for 159 yards and a touchdown. This is the second time this year that Turpin has been banged up, hurting his neck in Week 2 against the Jets and not returning. He ended up playing in Week 3, but it may not be the same case this week with a new injury. More targets will be directed George Pickens' way, and maybe we will see rookie Jaydon Blue active for the first time this season to mirror Turpin's skillset.
Oct 1, 2025 7:26 PM EST
Fantasy managers who scooped Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin off the waiver wire in deeper leagues were hoping to see him more involved in the Week 4 Sunday night showdown against the Green Bay Packers with CeeDee Lamb (ankle) missing the game, but Turpin's production didn't see a boost in the 40-40 tie in overtime. Turpin caught three of his four targets for 30 yards and ran for four yards on his lone rushing attempt. It was actually a step back from the previous two games, when the 29-year-old combined for six catches, 111 yards, and a touchdown on seven targets. Jalen Tolbert was the one who benefited more from Lamb's absence, as he caught four of his six targets for 61 yards. George Pickens also went off for eight receptions, 134 yards, and two touchdowns. Turpin has made more of an impact as a receiver this year than he did in 2024, but it looks like he won't necessarily take another leap forward for however long Lamb is sidelined with his high-ankle sprain.
Sep 29, 2025 12:18 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin has recorded 148 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 13 total touches through the first three weeks of 2025. With star wideout CeeDee Lamb (ankle) likely to miss Week 4 with a high ankle sprain, there could be even more of an emphasis for Dallas to manufacture touches for Turpin. The Cowboys have a difficult matchup on Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, who have given up an average of 14.7 points per game so far this season. That dims the outlook for Turpin, who will likely still finish behind wide receiver George Pickens, tight end Jake Ferguson, and running back Javonte Williams in total touches. At best, Turpin is a desperation flex option in deep leagues in Week 4 against Green Bay.
Sep 27, 2025 2:20 PM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin has seen consistent usage as a gadget piece in the team's offense so far in 2025. Through his first three games of the season, Turpin has logged eight catches for 129 yards and a touchdown to go along with 19 rushing yards on five carries. With star Cowboys' wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (ankle) potentially facing a multi-week absence due to a high ankle sprain, Dallas could be even more motivated to manufacture touches for Turpin. The 29-year-old will face a tough matchup in Week 4 against the Green Bay Packers, but Turpin could be a decent desperation flex play in deep leagues due to his big-play potential.
Sep 26, 2025 10:44 AM EST
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver KaVontae Turpin caught two of his three targets for 64 yards while adding a rush for four yards in their 31-14 blowout loss to the Bears. Turpin saw more action in this game after CeeDee Lamb left with an injury. He ran 70% of the routes, which was third on the team behind Jalen Tolbert and George Pickens. Turpin made a tough catch after taking a big hit for an explosive gain down the sideline and has plenty of speed to threaten the defense vertically. Most of his usage last year came as a ball-in-hand guy with screens and underneath passes. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer could opt to incorporate that more with their best YAC threat, Lamb, who will be sidelined for a few games. That gives Turpin some short-term appeal in deeper leagues to see how the receiver usage shakes out.
Sep 24, 2025 1:04 AM EST
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