With Logan Wilson and Quinnen Williams joining the lineup for this week's game, the team is also welcoming back linebacker DeMarvion Overshown from injury. Additionally, rookie cornerback Shavon Revel Jr. will make his debut on the field. These defensive reinforcements are much needed if the Cowboys hope to make a push for playoff contention.

DeMarvion Overshown

Overshown’s journey back to the field has been nothing short of remarkable. In early December, he suffered a major setback — tearing his ACL, MCL and PCL in Week 14 — just one year after returning from a previous ACL tear. Despite the injuries, he had been on pace for a breakout season, trending toward over 100 tackles.

Last year, he recorded 90 tackles (56 solo), 5 sacks, 4 pass deflections and an interception, firmly establishing himself at the WILL linebacker position. Overshown plays like a heat-seeking missile — fast, energetic and relentless from sideline to sideline. His infectious energy and playmaking ability will be a much-needed addition to a struggling linebacker group. If his recovery continues on track, we should expect to see him receive significant reps this week against the Las Vegas Raiders.

In a recent interview with sports reporter Cory Mose of KVUE in Austin, Texas, Overshown spoke about his mindset heading into his return, “I know it's gonna be a lot of mixed emotions,” he said. “Just being happy to be out there, knowing that we’re walking out with one less soldier, but also knowing that — look — you waited 365 days for this moment again.”

CB Shavon Revel Jr.

In the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected ECU cornerback Shavon Revel Jr., a classic high-risk, high-reward prospect. At 6'2" and 194 pounds, Revel Jr. brings the traits and size needed to develop into a true ball hawk at the NFL level. His physicality, length and athleticism allow him to excel in press coverage, while his versatility enables him to play effectively in both man and zone schemes.

So why did a player with first-round talent fall to the third round? The answer lies in the risk factor. In 2024, just days after a momentum-shifting pick-six against Appalachian State, a 50-yard interception return, Revel Jr. tore his ACL during practice. The injury derailed his season and raised concerns for NFL teams. Since then, he has worked tirelessly to recover and earn his way back onto the field.

In a recent press conference with DallasCowboys.com, Shavon Revel Jr. was asked how excited he was to be back on the field. His answer made it clear just how much the moment meant to him.

“I'm very excited,” Revel Jr. said. “Not playing football for a whole year, you know what I mean? I'm very excited. I just got to focus on the details, a little rusty, but at the end of the day, I know what I've got to do. I know I've got to put that work in, I know I've got to take it step by step every day.”

In another report, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said that Revel Jr. will likely be on a snap count to help him ease back into game action. They want him on the field, but they’re also being cautious — and Revel Jr. is more than ready to contribute in any way he can.

Concluison

In my honest opinion, we’ll most likely see him get his first action on special teams to get his feet wet, with the possibility of a few reps at cornerback this Monday against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Overall, I’m excited to see both Overshown and Revel Jr. back on the field after such long, difficult roads to recovery. Their returns couldn’t come at a better time.