C.J. Goodwin Injury News & Updates
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Signed to Cowboys' active roster
The Cowboys signed Goodwin to their active roster Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
After being released Tuesday, the Cowboys signed Goodwin to the active roster Wednesday. The signing was made possible as the Cowboys moved two players to injured reserve, opening up a roster spot for the veteran cornerback. Goodwin should provide experienced depth in the Cowboys' defensive backfield in 2025.
Dec 9, 2024
Done for rest of MNF
Goodwin (hamstring) has been ruled out for the rest of Monday night's contest against the Bengals, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin suffered the hamstring injury in the second half and he'll now be unavailable for the stretch run. In his absence, Amani Oruwariye is a candidate to see an increase in workload at cornerback.
Jun 11, 2024
Appears over pec injury
Goodwin (pectoral) has participated in the Cowboys' mandatory minicamp, K.D. Drummond of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin had his 2023 campaign cut short due to a torn pectoral sustained last October, but the Cowboys still re-signed him on a one-year deal. The 34-year-old cornerback figures to spend the offseason battling for a role that would see him contribute almost exclusively on special teams.
Mar 14, 2024
Returning to Dallas
The Cowboys re-signed Goodwin (pectoral) on a one-year deal Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin sustained a torn pectoral in early October that forced him to miss all but five of the Cowboys' games in 2023, but it seems as if he's now past the issue. The 34-year-old cornerback was used almost exclusively on special teams last season, playing a total of 102 snaps (86 on special teams) and recording four total tackles. Expect Goodwin to compete for a similar role in Dallas' special-teams unit this offseason.
Nov 14, 2023
Done for season
Goodwin (pectoral) will be out for the remainder of the season, Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin was working to return this season by rehabbing his pec injury; however, the 33-year-old will be undergoing surgery this week to repair it. The injury was initially believed to be season-ending, so although the news does not come as a surprise, his absence for the remainder of the 2023 campaign will still be a blow to Dallas' special teams unit.
Oct 16, 2023
Sent to injured reserve Monday
The Cowboys placed Goodwin (pectoral) on injured reserve Monday.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin is believed to have suffered a season-ending pec injury last week against San Francisco. His loss will be felt mainly on special teams where Goodwin played 86 snaps during the first five games.
Oct 14, 2023
Officially ruled out
Goodwin (pectoral) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Chargers, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin suffered what may amount to be a season-ending injury in Week 5 against the 49ers. His status for Monday's game is no surprise as a result, and he'll likely be placed on injured reserve in the coming days.
Oct 9, 2023
May be done for season
Goodwin suffered a torn pectoral in Sunday's loss to the 49ers and is expected to be out for the remainder of the season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin suffered what was described at the time as a shoulder injury in the first half and was unable to return. The 33-year-old has been a special-teams standout for the Cowboys over the past several seasons, so his absence there will be felt.
Oct 8, 2023
Done for night
Goodwin (shoulder) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game in San Francisco, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin suffered a shoulder injury in the first half and he's now officially done for the night. The cornerback will look to get right prior to the Cowboys' Week 6 matchup with the Chargers on Monday Night Football.
Mar 17, 2023
Signs with Dallas
Goodwin and the Cowboys agreed to a contract Friday.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin has spent the last five seasons with the Cowboys and will now be returning for a sixth. The cornerback played exclusively on the special-teams unit in 2022, recording eight tackles and forcing a fumble. He'll likely slot into a similar role once again in 2023.
Sep 3, 2021
Returns from injury
Goodwin (hamstring) returned to practice this week, Jori Epstein of The Dallas Morning News reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin picked up a hamstring injury in mid-August, but he was able to get healthy before next week's season opener. The 31-year-old is expected to fill a vital role on special teams for the Cowboys after inking a two-year deal in March.
Aug 11, 2021
Misses a week of practice
Goodwin (hamstring) has missed the last week of practice and will likely miss more, but is expected to be ready for Week 1, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
ANALYSIS
The 31-year old played in all 16 games last season primarily on special teams. The veteran corner's absence in practice will give the Cowboys more opportunities to get a look at what they have in their rookie cornerbacks Kelvin Joseph and Nahshon Wright. Goodwin's spot on the roster is safe due to his value as a key contributor on special teams.
Mar 16, 2021
Pens two-year deal
Goodwin signed a two-year, $3.5 million contract with the Cowboys on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin's contract includes $2 million in guaranteed money. The depth cornerback had nine tackles last season while playing almost exclusively on special teams.
Mar 20, 2020
Re-signs with Dallas
Goodwin signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Cowboys on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Goodwin is now set to spend a third straight season playing a depth role in the Cowboys' secondary. He'll also provide Dallas with experience on special teams.
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