New C Ryan Cook will practice Saturday

September, 1, 2012
9/01/12
11:08
AM CT
IRVING, Texas -- Not only were the Cowboys evaluating their own players in the preseason finale vs. Miami, but also the Dolphins center that night, Ryan Cook, which led to a trade for the veteran offensive lineman.

Cook received his iPad playbook Friday and will be on the practice field Saturday.

Coach Jason Garrett said the Cowboys have had their eyes on Cook in the past and knew the Dolphins would have to make a move with some of their offensive lineman, so they chose to fork over a 2013 seventh-round pick instead of hoping to sign him as a free agent.

It is too early to say Cook could dress as a backup against the New York Giants on Wednesday. David Arkin started the first three preseason games at center and took some work there vs. the Dolphins before moving to guard. If Cook is not ready, then Arkin would serve as Costa’s backup in Week 1.

“We’re going to see how he fits,” Garrett said. “He does have a history and experience snapping the football so that’s certainly an asset for him, but his position flex throughout the offensive line and experience as a veteran offensive lineman certainly helps him.”
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.