The Cowboys will be without rookie linebacker Brandon Williams for the rest of the season because of a torn ACL, according to Tim McMahon of the Dallas Morning News.

Williams was expected to help on special teams and add depth at outside linebacker on the strong side behind Anthony Spencer.

This is the second rookie Dallas has lost for the season; tackle Robert Brewster, taken in the third round, is out with a torn pectorals muscle.

The Cowboys weren't expecting a huge impact from a their rookie class, but the losses will test their depth.

"This kid had a chance to play some plays," said coach Wade Phillips.  "I guess he'll just have to do it next year."

Other than the obvious...DeMarcus Ware, Jason Witten & arguably the best 3 headed monster at RB with, Barber, Felix & Tashard...What do us Cowboys fans have to brag about headed into the 09 season?

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From what I have heard, Felix & Tashard will both be counted on to carry a majority of the load during the first half of games. With Felix lined up as a slot WR at times. I love the idea, bringing in a fresh Marion barber to close it out like he did in 07.

How do you guys think it will play out.

I also think Felix would be great for the Wildcat offense. Back when he was at Arkansas he took a bunch of handoffs from McFadden & making the most of his oppurtunities, he was a scoring machine. If he's healthy he can do big things for our offense.