Cowboys Pro Bowler Shares Hilarious Comment on Teammate’s Injury
After the Dallas Cowboys’ thrilling comeback win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 5, wide receiver Jalen Tolbert’s game-winning touchdown almost didn’t happen. On the prior play, Tolbert appeared to take a hit to the groin and seemed as though he might have to come out of the game.
However, Dallas called a timeout, giving Tolbert time to recover and stay on the field. Cowboys Pro Bowl offensive lineman Tyler Smith gave a funny remark about Tolbert’s injury.
“Bro, it was miraculous. JT [Tolbert] literally sprained his [expletive] nuts – excuse me, sorry guys – sprained his nuts the play before,” Smith shared with reporters on October 7, 2024. “Then he comes back and makes the game-winner. Unbelievable. Guys were playing above and beyond. It was great stuff.”
Tolbert, who has become an important part of the Cowboys’ offense with Brandin Cooks out, had a career game against the Steelers, recording seven receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown. After the game, Tolbert downplayed concerns about his injury, explaining that the ball hit him in an uncomfortable spot.
“It was a low ball, and I thought I could get underneath it but ended up taking a one-hopper to the private area,” Tolbert admitted during his October 7 press conference. “I couldn’t breathe for a second, but after the timeout, I knew I had to get back in. My team needed me.”
Tolbert emphasized the importance of stepping up in critical moments. “That’s why I work so hard – for moments like that. No matter what, I was going back in,” he added. “I knew the play, the coverage, and just needed to make a play. That’s what big-time players do when the team is counting on them.”
Quarterback Dak Prescott also took responsibility for the low pass that led to Tolbert’s discomfort. “It’s a miss on my part,” Prescott explained. “Luckily, we had another chance, and it was special to get it back to Tolbert. He did a great job of getting open.”
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