Justin Barron: Everything you need to know

Barron was elevated from the Cowboys' practice squad to the active roster Saturday. Barron was active for the Cowboys' Week 17 matchup versus the Commanders, accounting for 16 snaps on special teams. The 24-year-old will likely continue to play a depth role in Week 18, as DeMarvion Overshown remains out with a concussion.

Barron (leg) recorded three tackles (two solo) during Dallas' preseason loss versus the Ravens on Saturday. Barron is healthy again after having picked up a leg injury in practice earlier this month. He is competing for a depth role on defense after having signed with the team as an undrafted free agent in May.

Barron did not practice Saturday due to a leg injury, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports. Barron was spotted with a sleeve on his leg, though the severity of the issue remains unclear. He is competing for a depth role among the Cowboys' linebacker corps after joining the team as an undrafted free agent in 2025.