Anthony Spencer patient in return

August, 9, 2012
8/09/12
2:50
PM CT
OXNARD, Calif. – Anthony Spencer is hoping to be back soon from a hamstring injury but he does not have a definitive timetable.

PODCAST
Cowboys defensive coordinator Rob Ryan weighs in on training camp, his revamped secondary, injuries and more.

Listen Listen
Spencer, will, however, begin running today for the first time since suffering the injury.

The shadow of what happened to Miles Austin last year hangs over Spencer’s head. Austin missed six games in 2011 because of two separate hamstring injuries. Austin suffered a slightly strained hamstring and has missed the last four days of on-field work.

“Pretty much everybody I talk to they talk about not coming back too early because you don’t want to risk doing it again because it could re-occur,” Spencer said. “I don’t want to have something like this happen all season.”

Spencer said he is not falling behind in getting used to the wrinkles coordinator Rob Ryan has added to the defense specifically to get Spencer more involved in the pass rush.

“I’m taking the mental reps. I’m out here watching things, watching the film and seeing everything,” Spencer said. “I learn visually a little better. Both helps, but I can be able to see it and be able to learn from it. I’m on top of it.”
Todd Archer joined ESPNDallas.com in November 2010. He's covered the NFL since 1997 and the Cowboys since 2003. He covered the Bengals and Dolphins before arriving in Dallas. A Massachusetts native, Archer lives in the Dallas area with his wife and two children.

SPONSORED HEADLINES

ESPN Conversations


You must be signed in to post a comment

Already have an account?

103.3 FM ESPN PODCASTS

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: Ed Werder

ESPN NFL Insider Ed Werder joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss Jerry Jones' recent comments, Cowboys OTAs, Dez Bryant and more.

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: Todd Archer

Todd Archer joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss the latest Tony Romo news and what he will be watching for in OTAs.

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: Nate Newton

Nate Newton joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss his comments on how Jason Garrett should handle being on the hot seat and not let Jerry Jones get in the way.

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: Barry Church

Cowboys safety Barry Church joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss the new defensive scheme and the impact it will have on him, how much more intense he expects practice to be with Monte Kiffin and his expectations.

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: Ed Werder

ESPN Insider Ed Werder joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss the latest Cowboys news, including Jason Garrett downplaying Tony Romo's involvement in offensive planning and play calling.

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: John Lynch

John Lynch joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss playing for Monte Kiffin and Rod Marinelli, why Cowboys fans should be excited about the new defensive staff, why Valley Ranch will no longer resemble a country club and his thoughts on the Cowboys' roster.

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: Herm Edwards

Herm Edwards joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss the latest Cowboys news and give his take on what new face will make the biggest impact for Dallas.

Fitzsimmons & Durrett: Nate Newton

Nate Newton joins Fitzsimmons & Durrett to discuss what he saw at the Cowboys' rookie minicamp and how he helped Rod Marinelli on the defensive side of the ball.

DALLAS CALENDAR

  •    There are no games scheduled for today.
  •    There are no games scheduled for today.
  •    There are no games scheduled for today.
  •    There are no games scheduled for today.
  •    There are no games scheduled for today.