Has Tapper officially returned to practice?

[Risen Star]

On Talkin' Cowboys the other day, they said the word "degenerative" when talking about Tapper's back. They didn't elaborate, but I didn't like the sound of that.

How is this missed in the pre-draft physical?

 

[dallasdave]

How is this missed in the pre-draft physical?

 

[Risen Star]

Honestly, I don't know what to think of that.

If he can't even play a down in the preseason, why on earth would you keep him on the active roster?

I wonder if he can just get the Matt Johnson treatment at this stage and be a super awesome extra draft pick for 2017.

Change your tone or find a new team.

 

[dallasdave]

Change your tone or find a new team.

 

[Alexander]

How is this missed in the pre-draft physical?

Given the state of how medical information is handled publicly and how confusing it seems, it makes me come to the conclusion that this franchise is weak in that regard.

We have drafted injured and unsalvageable players before, on more than one occasion. Eventually you just can't think it is just bad luck.

It is kind of inexcusable since we are supposed to have the very best.

 

[zekecowboy]

Since Tapper tapped out, Dallas got "striker" to strike the offense with his pass rushing. He is a linebacker.

I think he Tapped out.

 

[erod]

He should just retire.

 

[TheDude]

How is this missed in the pre-draft physical?

i have the same thing.

2 back lower back surgeries so far. Told I'll likely nee two vertabrae fused in about 4-5 years. Probably cost me a 2nd round grade from the Cowboys next year, but 4-5th round should be the sweet spot

 

[dallasdave]

i have the same thing.

2 back lower back surgeries so far. Told I'll likely nee two vertabrae fused in about 4-5 years. Probably cost me a 2nd round grade from the Cowboys next year, but 4-5th round should be the sweet spot

If you don't get drafted, Jerry will be on the phone right after the draft with a large signing bonus !!!!!

 

[Kevinicus]

i have the same thing.

2 back lower back surgeries so far. Told I'll likely nee two vertabrae fused in about 4-5 years. Probably cost me a 2nd round grade from the Cowboys next year, but 4-5th round should be the sweet spot

What is the same thing?

Degenerative is very very broad and ambiguous.

 

[Denim Chicken]

In other news, I heard they're hopeful for Nzeocha playing in the opener.

 

[Floatyworm]

Honestly, I don't know what to think of that.

If he can't even play a down in the preseason, why on earth would you keep him on the active roster?

I wonder if he can just get the Matt Johnson treatment at this stage and be a super awesome extra draft pick for 2017.

I don't like the idea of trying to slip him through waivers...But I think that is the Cowboys plan.

 

[TheDude]

What is the same thing?

Degenerative is very very broad and ambiguous.

Farcical with a tinge of hyperbole

 

[MichaelWinicki]

OK, so all this and we still do not know about Tapper's situation.