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Fantasy Player Profile Dalton Schultz

  • Dalton Schultz
  • TE #83
  • Dalton
    Schultz
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vs. PIT: #4 vs opposing TE - 4.97 FPA
Bye Week7Rank39% Rostered63.8% Change-8.8WK 3 Pts1.90WK 4 Proj. Pts8.69
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2023 Fantasy Stats
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  • Three targets in win

    Schultz caught one of three targets for nine yards in Sunday's 37-17 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Schultz once again paced the Texans' tight end group in snap count (38, 68 percent share), but it was Brevin Jordan who scored a touchdown Sunday. Houston is still searching for an effective rushing attack, averaging just 3.1 yards per carry through three weeks, so Schultz (82.9 percent season share) and Teagan Quitoriano (40.6 percent) will continue to get the bulk of the snaps at TE due to their blocking skills.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 6:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Seven targets in loss

    Schultz caught four of seven targets for 34 yards in Sunday's 31-20 loss to Indianapolis in Week 2.

    Analysis: Schultz remained the leading tight end for a second consecutive game, leading the group with 60 snaps. He has 11 targets, six catches and 38 yards through two weeks. Schultz had company as a targeted tight end Sunday; Brevin Jordan, who played special teams only last week, was used on offense for the first time (15 snaps). Jordan caught both of his targets for 27 yards.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgraded to full Thursday

    Schultz (thigh) was upgraded to a full participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Following a limited session Wednesday, Schultz appears ready to roll for Sunday's Week 2 date with the Colts. The veteran tight end played 81 percent of the offensive snaps last week against the Ravens but turned four targets into just two catches for four yards. His playing time keeps him in the fantasy mix at a shallow position.

    Published: Thu, Sep 14 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Opens week with limited practice

    Schultz was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a thigh injury.

    Analysis: After a disappointing Texans debut this past Sunday against the Ravens in which he picked up only four receiving yards, Schultz's Week 2 availability could be in question. The fact that he at least practiced in some capacity is an encouraging sign, but the tight end's status will be worth monitoring nonetheless before the Texans take on the Colts on Sunday.

    Published: Wed, Sep 13 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads TEs in snaps

    Schultz caught two of four targets for four yards in Sunday's 25-9 loss to Baltimore in Week 1.

    Analysis: Schultz had a quiet day, but he led Houston's tight ends in offensive snaps (62) by a wide margin and was targeted once in the red zone. Backup Teagan Quitoriano saw only 22 snaps on offense while Brevin Jordan played only on special teams. Quarterback C.J. Stroud heavily favored his wideouts in terms of targets, but Schultz is the top tight end on the team.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 7:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two catches Saturday

    Schultz caught two of three targets for 10 yards in Saturday's 28-3 preseason loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Schultz appears to be over any issue with his ribs after playing in Houston's first two preseason contests. All three targets were from projected starting quarterback C.J. Stroud, including a fourth-down incompletion in the red zone. Stroud showed progress from his performance in preseason Week 1, including a quick adjustment under pressure for a six-yard completion to Schultz on Houston's lone scoring drive. Schultz lined up as a traditional tight end, in the slot and out wide during his time…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 20 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes exhibition appearance

    Schultz (ribs) had two receptions on three targets for 10 yards in Saturday's preseason loss to Miami.

    Analysis: Fantasy managers will be relieved to see Schultz get into an exhibition contest after dealing with a rib injury out of camp. The 27-year-old signed a one-year deal to move across the state and start for the Texans after four seasons with the Cowboys. With little competition for targets at tight end in Houston, Schultz could see his usage and fantasy value rise from the already solid levels they boasted during his time in Dallas. Expect the receiving threat to be one of rookie C.J. Stroud's…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 6:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Schultz (ribs) was back on the practice field Friday, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Schultz missed time last week, but he's back to lead the tight end group.

    Published: Sun, Aug 6 at 8:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing

    Schultz (ribs) isn't practicing Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Schultz has been out since Sunday when a rib injury forced him from practice early. Coach DeMeco Ryans didn't make any predictions for a return date but said Monday that he doesn't expect the absence to last long. With fellow tight ends Brevin Jordan (hamstring) and Teagan Quitoriano (undisclosed) also not practicing, the Texans are mostly left with blockers at the position, including veteran journeymen Eric Tomlinson and Nick Vannett.

    Published: Thu, Aug 3 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with ribs issue

    Schultz (ribs) exited Sunday's practice early, but coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday that the tight end will "be back out there soon."

    Analysis: Schultz was banged up after taking a shot to the side from fellow free-agent pickup Jimmie Ward in practice. It sounds like the tight end is day-to-day, and it's not a long-term concern. Schultz is expected to compete for the team lead in targets after coming over from the Cowboys in the offseason.

    Published: Mon, Jul 31 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to be fine after big hit

    Head coach DeMeco Ryans said Schultz will "be fine" after leaving Sunday's practice early, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Schultz was examined by trainers following a collision with safety Jimmie Ward and didn't return to Sunday's practice, though he did put his helmet back on after leaving the medical tent and watched the remainder of the session. While Schultz is expected to be good to go moving forward, the statuses of fullback Troy Hairston, who was carted off, and fellow tight end Brevin Jordan, who left practice limping, remain unclear. Schultz signed a one-year, $9 million deal with the Texans this…read more

    Published: Sun, Jul 30 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands with Texans

    Schultz agreed to a contract with the Texans on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Per Pelissero, Schultz is expected to sign a one-year deal with Houston worth up to $9 million. In 15 games with the Cowboys last season, Schultz logged a 57-577-5 receiving line on 89 targets. With the Texans, Schultz will take over as the team's top pass-catching tight end, a context that should provide the 26-year-old with enough volume in 2023 to continue to maintain fantasy relevance in his new locale.

    Published: Mon, Mar 20 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits pay dirt in playoff loss

    Schultz had five receptions (10 targets) for 27 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 19-12 divisional-round loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Schultz wasn't particularly efficient with his 10 targets, but he was able to convert Dallas' lone touchdown in a low-scoring affair. The 25-year-old saw his numbers take a hit after a breakout fantasy campaign in 2021, finishing with a 57-577-5 receiving line this regular season after posting 78-808-8 last year. Schultz did get hot in the playoffs, scoring three touchdowns in just two contests. Dallas used its franchise tag on Schultz last offseason, but that scenario is unlikely to repeat,…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 22 at 9:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in wild-card win

    Schultz secured seven of eight targets for 95 yards and two touchdowns in the Cowboys' 31-14 wild-card win over the Buccaneers on Monday night.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end was the Cowboys leader in receptions, receiving yards and targets while also finding the end zone from 22 and 11 yards out in first and second quarters. Schultz was a consistent target down the stretch for Dak Prescott with at least four catches in seven of his last 11 regular-season games, and given Monday night's numbers, he could play a prominent role once again in Sunday's divisional-round road matchup against the tough 49ers defense.

    Published: Mon, Jan 16 at 9:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four grabs in Sunday's loss

    Schultz caught four of nine targets for 33 yards in Sunday's loss to the Commanders.

    Analysis: It was a brutal day for the entire Cowboys offense, but Schultz still was able to scratch out some PPR value and catch multiple passes for the 11th straight game. Heading into a wild-card round clash with the Buccaneers, the tight end will look to match or exceed his production from the teams' Week 1 meeting, when Schultz turned nine targets into seven catches for 62 yards.

    Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of touchdowns in win

    Schultz secured seven of 10 targets for 56 yards and two touchdowns in the Cowboys' 27-13 win over the Titans on Thursday night.

    Analysis: The talented tight end took advantage of a defense that was already highly vulnerable to his position at full strength, and even more so with multiple starters sitting out Thursday. Schultz scored from six and 10 yards out in the third and fourth quarters, respectively, to record his second multi-touchdown tally of the campaign. Schultz, who crossed the 50-catch threshold for the third straight season with Thursday's production, will look to put together a strong finish to the regular season…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 29 at 8:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three grabs against Eagles

    Schultz caught three of four targets for 43 yards in Saturday's win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: The tight end extended his streak of games with multiple catches to nine, although Schultz's four targets tied for his low-water mark during that stretch. Early season injuries have kept him from repeating last year's breakout, but Schultz is still only four catches away from 50 and 12 yards away from 500 heading into a Week 17 clash with the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 6:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two catches Sunday

    Schultz caught two of four targets for 15 yards in Sunday's overtime loss to the Jaguars.

    Analysis: He didn't see many looks from Dak Prescott, although the Dallas tight end group still made an impact on a Peyton Hendershot TD in the second quarter. Schultz remains atop the depth chart, but the increased involvement of rookies Hendershot and Jake Ferguson (concussion) as the season has progressed has put a bit of a cap on the veteran's fantasy upside. Even so, Schultz has caught multiple passes in eight straight games, posting a 34-365-3 line on 49 targets over that stretch.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-best 87 yards

    Schultz recorded six receptions on 10 targets for 87 yards in Sunday's 27-23 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Reliant on touchdowns for his fantasy production in recent weeks, Schultz flipped the script in Week 14 by leading the Cowboys in targets, receptions and yards. He turned in a number of big plays, highlighted by 22, 21 and 18 yards to post his best yardage total of the campaign. Even with CeeDee Lamb and Michael Gallup in the mix, Schultz has seen at least five targets in six of his last seven games.

    Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 6:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in big win

    Schultz caught two of six passes for 33 yards in Sunday's win over the Colts.

    Analysis: The Cowboys ended up winning, 54-19, thanks to a huge fourth quarter fueled by the defense, but Schultz wasn't able to carve out much of a share of the production, as he had unexpected trouble getting in sync with Dak Prescott. The tight end still extended his streak of games with multiple catches to six games, a stretch in which he's compiled a 26-263-3 line on 35 targets.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Thankful for two-TD game

    Schultz caught all four of his targets for 31 yards and two touchdowns in Thursday's 28-20 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Both TDs came in the second half as the Cowboys came roaring back from a 13-7 halftime deficit. Schultz has three touchdowns on the season, both of which have come in the last three games, and after battling injuries in the first half of the year he appears to be back in peak form ahead of a Week 13 tilt against the Colts.

    Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches Sunday

    Schultz caught three of five targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 40-3 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: The Cowboys didn't need to air it out much Sunday, but Schultz still saw at least five targets for the fourth straight game even though the volume didn't result in any meaningful production. The tight end has a 20-199-1 line over that four-game stretch, a pace that gives him a solid fantasy floor heading into a Thanksgiving clash with the Giants.

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits pay dirt in overtime loss

    Schultz had six receptions (eight targets) for 54 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Schultz picked up where he left off before the bye week with another strong fantasy performance. The 26-year-old is averaging 5.7 receptions and 59.0 yards over his last three contests. More importantly, he served as the lead tight end for third straight week after having limited availability early in the season due to a nagging knee injury. Schultz's stock is on the rise heading into a Week 11 matchup against the Vikings next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 7:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in receptions

    Schultz recorded six receptions on seven targets for 74 yards in Sunday's 49-29 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Schultz had among his best performances of the season, potentially a sign that his nagging knee injury is improving. He led the team with six receptions and did a lot of his damage on a drive midway through the third quarter, when he managed 30- and 14-yard catches on consecutive plays to help set up a touchdown run for Tony Pollard. Schultz's performance has suffered early on in the season due to the knee issue, but he now has 11 receptions for 123 yards combined across his last two games.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 8:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Schultz (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bears, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz's reps were capped in practices Wednesday through Friday while he continued to manage the PCL sprain that kept him out of action Weeks 3 and 6, but the Cowboys didn't provide any indication he experienced a setback during his return to the lineup in the Week 7 win over the Lions. Even so, Schultz still took a questionable tag into the weekend, but his availability never seemed to be in much peril. Schultz should once again start and play the majority of the snaps at tight end Sunday…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Schultz, who is listed as questionable due to a knee injury, is expected to play Sunday against the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Schultz continues to battle lingering knee pain after spraining his PCL in Week 2, but he was able to catch all five of his targets for 49 yards against the Lions in Week 7, marking his best outing since the season opener. The tight end was limited at each practice during Week 8 prep, but barring any setbacks, he's in line to suit up for a second consecutive contest. Fantasy managers should still confirm Schultz's status ahead of Sunday's 1:00 PM ET kickoff before locking him into lineups.

    Published: Sat, Oct 29 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to face Chicago

    Schultz (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, Patrick Walker of the Cowboys' official site reports.

    Analysis: Schultz has struggled with the knee ever since suffering a PCL sprain Week 2, but he did catch all five of his targets for 49 yards in last week's win over the Lions, displaying chemistry with Dak Prescott in the QB's first game back in the lineup. Schultz appears on track to play after managing limited practices throughout the week, albeit with the continued risk of in-game setbacks/aggravations.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Thursday

    Schultz (knee) was limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Operating under a cap on his reps in the first two sessions of the week, Schultz now has just one more opportunity to practice in full before the Cowboys potentially hand him a designation for Sunday's game versus the Bears. Meanwhile, running back Ezekiel Elliott (knee) and wide receiver Noah Brown (foot) didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, so plenty of targets may be freed up for Schultz if one or both of them are sidelined this weekend. However, that's assuming Schultz gains active status…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited by knee issue

    Schultz (knee) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz continues to deal with the ramifications of aggravating a PCL sprain Week 5, but he's coming off his most productive performance since the season opener this past Sunday against the Lions (5-49-0 receiving line on five targets). With a Week 9 bye after this Sunday's matchup with the Bears, the Cowboys may take it easy on Schultz in practice with a respite on the horizon.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Five grabs in return

    Schultz caught all five of his targets for 49 yards in Sunday's win over the Lions.

    Analysis: After playing just nine snaps over the last two weeks due to knee trouble, Schultz returned to a regular role in the offense just in time to reunite with Dak Prescott, who also was back in action for the first time since Week 1. Schultz tied Noah Brown for the team lead in receptions on the afternoon, but his fantasy performance could have been bigger, as rookie tight end Peyton Hendershot was on the other end of a Prescott TD pass instead of Schultz late in the fourth quarter. The senior TE…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to face Lions

    Schultz doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Lions, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz was a full practice participant throughout the week and gets QB Dak Prescott back in the lineup this Sunday, but it's tough to trust the tight end for fantasy after he had an in-game setback with his PCL injury Week 5 (10 snaps) and then a pregame setback Week 6 (zero snaps). While there's still time to get on track this season, Schultz has four targets and no catches since suffering the injury in a Week 2 win over Cincinnati.

    Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full practice Wednesday

    Schultz (knee) practiced fully Wednesday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz has missed two of the Cowboys' six games this season due to a sprained PCL in his right knee, including last Sunday at Philadelphia. With a full practice behind him to begin Week 7 prep, he appears to be healthy enough to give it a go this Sunday versus the Lions. Assuming he gets through practices Thursday and Friday unscathed, Schultz likely will be drawing targets from Dak Prescott (thumb) instead of Cooper Rush this weekend after the former gained medical clearance to return to…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers another setback

    Schultz "tweaked" his knee during a Saturday practice ahead of Week 6, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz returned to action Week 4 following a one-game absence due to a PCL sprain and played 89 percent of the team's offensive snaps. However, he aggravated the issue Week 5 and was held to just nine offensive snaps. Nonetheless, he returned to practice during Week 6 prep and didn't have an injury designation heading into Sunday's contest until he was surprisingly ruled inactive. Gehlken relays that the tight end suffered yet another setback Saturday, but the extent of the situation remains…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out Sunday

    Schultz (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's contest in Philadelphia.

    Analysis: Schultz aggravated a sprained PCL in his right knee last Sunday at the Rams, but after turning in two limited practices and one full one this week, he entered the weekend without a designation. The reason for his absence Week 6 isn't known but likely stems from the aforementioned injury. With Schultz on the pine, the Cowboys will turn to Jake Ferguson, Peyton Hendershot and Sean McKeon at tight end.

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Schultz (knee) has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: He progressed to full practice participation Friday after limited showings Wednesday and Thursday. There's no doubt Schultz will suit up, but he's caught just one pass since suffering a PCL sprain Week 2, missing Week 3 entirely and then exiting early Week 5.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another limited session

    Schultz (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: The Cowboys appear to be taking a cautious approach with their top tight end this week after Schultz aggravated the sprained PCL in his right knee this past Sunday at the Rams, capping his reps both Wednesday and Thursday. Because he didn't pick up any new damage in the knee, though, there's a belief he'll be available to the offense Week 6 at Philadelphia. Still, Schultz's status should continue to be watched to ensure he'll be out there Sunday night.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in limited fashion

    Schultz (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz aggravated the PCL sprain in his right knee this past Sunday at the Rams, an injury that he initially sustained Week 2. He lasted just nine offensive snaps in the Cowboys' most recent outing before hitting the sideline. Fortunately for the fifth-year pro, he didn't suffer any new damage to his knee, and there's a belief that if he gets through Week 6 prep OK, he should be able to play this Sunday in Philadelphia, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Schultz has two more sessions…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No new damage to right knee

    Schultz officially aggravated his PCL sprain Week 5 at the Rams, but he sustained no new damage in his right knee and should be able to play Sunday night in Philadelphia as long as he gets through Week 6 prep unscathed, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Schultz initially suffered the injury Week 2 and logged a DNP in Week 3. He'll almost certainly operate under practice limitations when the Cowboys take the field Wednesday, but his status will be one to monitor as the week goes on to get a sense of his potential to play Sunday. Increasing his activity level Thursday and/or Friday would be a good sign that Schultz indeed is trending toward active status this weekend.

    Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Aggravates knee injury Sunday

    Schultz exited Sunday's game at the Rams due to a right knee injury, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Schultz sprained his right PCL in Week 2 and missed one game as a result. While he was able to return Week 4 and practice in full during Week 5 prep, he limped off the field Sunday and visited with team trainers before the Cowboys labeled him questionable to return. If he's unable to do so, Schultz will finish the contest with no catches on one target.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held catchless in win

    Schultz (knee) failed to catch any of his three targets in Sunday's 25-10 win over the Commanders.

    Analysis: After missing Week 3 due to a sprained PCL in his right knee, Schultz returned to his role as the Cowboys' No. 1 tight end. Unfortunately, he came up empty for fantasy managers who reinserted him into lineups. Schultz played 90 percent of the Cowboys' offensive snaps, so he didn't seem to be facing any limitations in his return from the knee injury. The 26-year-old's outlook should get a much-needed boost in the coming weeks, when quarterback Dak Prescott (thumb) makes his return to the lineup.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 2:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Sunday

    Schultz (knee) is listed as active Sunday against the Commanders, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Making his first appearance since Week 2 due to a sprained PCL in his right knee, Schultz will be a part of a Cowboys receiving corps that will have Michael Gallup (knee) available for the first time this season. That reality could result in fewer looks than normal for Schultz, not to mention the fact that rookie tight ends Jake Ferguson and Peyton Hendershot may also snipe reps at the position. Nonetheless, Schultz is the unquestioned No. 1 TE in Dallas and should get most of the snaps among…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Schultz (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Commanders, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Cowboys will likely make the decision official closer to the Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, but this is still encouraging news given Schultz missed the Week 3 contest against the Giants. The Cowboys are also expected to see the season debut of star wide receiver Michael Gallup, meaning the entirety of the team's pass-catching corps should be healthy, albeit without quarterback Dak Prescott, who remains out following thumb surgery.

    Published: Sat, Oct 1 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Schultz (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Patrick Walker of the Cowboys' official site reports.

    Analysis: Schultz was a limited practice participant throughout the week and could be treated as a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff this Sunday. It was the same drill ahead of Monday's eventual win over the Giants, though Schultz never seemed likely to play after managing just one limited practice before the game. He has better odds this time around, with Jake Ferguson and Peyton Hendershot on hand to handle TE snaps if Schultz can't play. Ferguson got most of the playing time Monday…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice

    Schultz (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Schultz took a seat Monday at the Giants after spraining his PCL in Week 2. Through two sessions this week, he's been limited while donning a brace on his right knee, per Todd Archer of ESPN.com, but executive vice president Stephen Jones relayed to Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on Thursday that the Cowboys believe the tight end should be available Sunday versus the Commanders. In the end, though, Friday's injury report will be telling for Schultz's odds to do so.

    Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited Wednesday

    Schultz (knee) practiced on a limited basis Wednesday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Schultz was unable to play in Monday's win over the Giants due to a sprained PCL in his right knee that he sustained Week 2 against the Bengals. He managed one limited session last Saturday and maintained that level of activity to kick off the current week. Schultz will have a pair of sessions to get back to full before the Cowboys potentially make a call on his availability for Sunday's contest against the Commanders.

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing in Week 3

    Schultz (knee) is inactive for Monday's game at the Giants.

    Analysis: Schultz sustained a PCL injury in his right knee near the end of the Cowboys' Week 2 win against the Bengals, which capped him to one limited session (Saturday) during Week 3 prep. While Schultz initially was expected to be a game-time decision, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reported Monday afternoon that the tight end was trending toward an absence. Indeed, Schultz will be sidelined, leaving TE reps to rookie Jake Ferguson, Peyton Hendershot and practice squad call-up Sean McKeon.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Monday

    Schultz (knee) is not expected to play Monday night against the Giants, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Per Fowler, Schultz has been pushing to test the injury out pregame, but it remains unlikely he'll be cleared to play. The tight end suffered a PCL strain last week against the Bengals, so missing a week or two should be expected. If Schultz is indeed sidelined, Jake Ferguson would likely be the Cowboys' top option at TE, while Sean McKeon could also be promoted from the practice squad for added depth.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not looking good for Monday

    Schultz (knee) will test his right knee Monday, but there remains a strong chance he won't be able to play Week 3 against the Giants, The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: The tight end suffered a PCL sprain last week against the Bengals, so missing some time wouldn't be a surprise. If Schultz can't go, rookie Jake Ferguson likely would be the Cowboys' top option at TE, while Sean McKeon also could be promoted from the practice squad for added depth.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-time decision for Monday

    Schultz (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Giants, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: We'll likely need to wait for more information from Dallas' camp, as Schultz was listed as a limited participant in Saturday's practice, but considering it was only a walkthrough, it's hard to discern how much that stacks up against his previous two DNPs. Expect rookie Jake Ferguson to see significantly more playing time in the event Schultz is unable to play.

    Published: Sat, Sep 24 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still sidelined Friday

    Schultz (knee) remained sidelined at Friday's practice, Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz missed a second consecutive practice, though he managed to do some ball-skill work on the side. The tight end will have one more opportunity to ramp up his practice activity Saturday, at which point a final decision on his availability for Monday's game against the Giants could become known. If Schultz were to miss the clash between NFC East rivals, rookie Jake Ferguson would bump up to the top of Dallas' tight end depth chart.

    Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Thursday

    Schultz (knee) did not practice Thursday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Jon Machota of The Athletic previously reported that Dallas would increase Schultz's practice workload "a little" each day leading up to Monday's game against the Giants, so by that reading Schultz's absence from Thursday's practice is inconclusive about his current status. If Schultz progresses to a limited practice Friday then he might have a shot to suit up Monday, but if Schultz goes into Saturday with no practice time logged it might make him a long shot at that point.

    Published: Thu, Sep 22 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To ramp up in practice every day

    Schultz (knee) will increase his practice workload every day leading up to Monday's game against the Giants, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Schultz will have a chance to suit up for Monday Night Football as long as things progress on track through Sunday. The tight end is dealing with a PCL sprain to his right knee, and while it seems like he won't practice in full Thursday, the extent of his participation Friday and Saturday should be more telling as to his game-time status. If Schultz does manage to take the field versus New York on Monday, he will once again be catching passes from Cooper Rush in place of Dak Prescott (thumb).

    Published: Thu, Sep 22 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for Monday night

    Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday that Schultz is dealing with a PCL sprain to his right knee and is being viewed as questionable in advance of Dallas' Week 3 game Monday against the Giants, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports. "We'll see how he works this week. My assessment is [the knee injury] is not long term," Jones said of Schultz.

    Analysis: Schultz's injury caused him to exit late in the Cowboys' win over the Bengals last Sunday, and he seems unlikely to be a full practice participant when Dallas begins Week 3 prep in earnest Thursday. Jones' comments suggest that Schultz could make enough progress as the week unfolds to suit up Monday, but fantasy managers may want to begin preparing to have another option available to use at tight end Week 3 in case the 26-year-old isn't ready to play versus the Giants. Even if Schultz gains…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 20 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to PCL injury

    Schultz was diagnosed with a PCL injury in his right knee after exiting Sunday's win over the Bengals, and his availability for the Cowboys' Week 3 matchup with the Giants is uncertain, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Schultz at least will have the benefit of an additional day of rest with the Cowboys not playing the Giants until next Monday, but that may provide enough time for the tight end to fully move past the injury. Before he exited the victory over the Bengals, Schultz turned his four targets from quarterback Cooper Rush into two receptions for 18 yards. Rookie Jake Ferguson, who went without a target while playing 58 percent of the Cowboys' offensive snaps Week 2, is the next man up at tight end if…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dodges major injury

    Schultz (knee) is believed to have avoided a long-term injury, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Schultz was forced out of Sunday's win over the Bengals late due to a right knee injury, but the results of Monday's MRI reveal that he's avoided a worst-case scenario. The tight end's status for Week 3 versus the Giants in prime time will need to be monitored, but it looks like Schultz could have a chance of suiting up for Monday Night Football.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to undergo MRI on knee

    Schultz is slated to undergo an MRI on his right knee Monday, Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: The tight end suffered a knee injury late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's win over the Bengals. Prior to his exit from the contest, Schultz caught two of his four targets for 18 yards. For now, his Week 3 status is unclear, but Gehlken does note that Schultz appears to have avoided damage to his ACL.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 5:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid results in losing effort

    Schultz caught seven of nine targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 19-3 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: It was a night to forget for the entire Cowboys offense, but at least Schultz was able to get his fantasy managers some garbage-time yardage for a nice start to the 2022 campaign. The tight end still takes a hit in value following the post-game announcement that Dak Prescott (thumb) will require surgery that will cost the signal-caller multiple games. Cooper Rush filled in to close out this forgettable loss, but team owner/GM Jerry Jones could look at potential upgrades from outside the…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 1:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play

    Schultz and most other starters aren't expected to play in Friday's final preseason game against Seattle, with the Cowboys looking ahead to their Week 1 matchup with the Buccaneers, Clarence Hill of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: The Cowboys will rest starters for a third straight week, prioritizing health over reps throughout the preseason. Schultz could be even busier this year than he was during his breakout 2021, as the Cowboys traded WR Amari Cooper to Cleveland and don't expect WR Michael Gallup (knee) to be ready for Week 1. The downside there is that Schultz will get more attention from defenses, starting with a Tampa unit that has S Antoine Winfield and LBs Lavonte David and Devin White patrolling the middle of…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 26 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play under franchise tag

    Schultz is set to play the 2022 season on a one-year guaranteed franchise tag of $10.93 million, Nick Eatman of the Cowboys' official site reports.

    Analysis: The tight end and the team were unable to come to terms on a long-term deal by Friday's deadline and the next chance the two sides will have to re-enter such talks will be after the coming season. Schultz, who participated in the Cowboys' mandatory minicamp last month after missing a portion of the squad's voluntary OTAs, seems likely to report to training camp on July 25 without any issues, per Eatman. The 26-year-old is coming off the best campaign of his four-year NFL career, in which the…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 15 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to sign extension

    Schultz is not expected to reach an agreement on a contract extension with the Cowboys before Friday's 4:00 p.m ET deadline for franchise-tagged players, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Schultz appears poised to play the 2022 season on a $10.9 million franchise tag, barring any last-minute breakthrough in his contract negotiations with Dallas. The 25-year-old skipped a portion of the Cowboys' voluntary OTAs due to dissatisfaction with his contract situation before reporting to mandatory minicamp in mid-June. Schultz officially signed his franchise tag tender in March, likely indicating that he will not hold out any further. The tight end improved upon his impressive stat line…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 14 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reporting to minicamp

    Schultz is in line to be present for this week's mandatory minicamp, Todd Archer of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The tight end elected to skip the final week of the Cowboys' voluntary OTAs with an eye toward jump-starting contract negotiations. As things currently stand, Schultz is slated to play this coming season under a $10.9 million franchise tag, but NFL Network's Tom Pelissero relays that talks related to a potential long-term deal have recently picked up. Though nothing is imminent on that front, it appears as though there's mutual interest to that end. The 25-year-old is coming off a 2021 campaign…read more

    Published: Tue, Jun 14 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Skipping rest of OTAs

    Schultz informed the Cowboys on Monday he intends to skip the remainder of voluntary OTAs due to dissatisfaction with his current contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Schultz has already signed with Dallas for the 2022 season via a one-year, $10.9 million franchise tender, but both sides still have until July 15 to work out a long-term deal. The soon-to-be 26-year-old produced a 78-808-8 line on 104 targets across 17 games last season, and he racked up 615 receiving yards the year prior. In the wake of David Njoku signing a four-year, $56.75 million contract in Cleveland, it's unsurprising to see Schultz attempt to push the Cowboys toward an extension.…read more

    Published: Mon, Jun 6 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs franchise tag

    Schultz signed his franchise tag tender with the Cowboys on Monday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

    Analysis: The Cowboys and Schultz' representatives can continue to work out a long-term deal through July 15, but if nothing pans out he'll play out the 2022 season on a $10.9 million salary. After emerging with a 63-615-4 line on 89 targets in 16 games in 2020, he broke out even further with 78 catches (on 104 targets) for 808 yards and eight TDs in 17 contests last season. Dallas has made some adjustments to its receiving corps this offseason, moving on from Amari Cooper (traded to Cleveland) and…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 21 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Franchise tag official

    The Cowboys officially placed their franchise tag on Schultz on Tuesday.

    Analysis: Schultz will carry a $10.9 million salary to stick with the Cowboys for the 2022 campaign, which gives both sides another year to negotiate an extension. The soon-to-be 26-year-old proved his value on offense by racking up 808 yards and eight touchdowns across 17 contests last season, and with Blake Jarwin (hip) expected to miss the start of the 2022 campaign, shoring up the No. 1 tight end spot was exceptionally vital. What's more, Amari Cooper has been floated as a potential cut candidate and…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 8 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting franchise tag

    The Cowboys will place their franchise tag on Schultz on Tuesday, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: The 2018 fourth-round pick emerged with 78 catches, 808 receiving yards and eight touchdowns across 17 appearances in 2021, and with rumors abounding about Amari Cooper potentially being cut, it makes obvious sense for Dallas to keep Schultz in-house. Retaining the tight end through the 2022 season on just under an $11 million salary gives he and the Cowboys more time to negotiate a potential long-term deal. Dallas stands to make the transaction official prior to Tuesday's 4:00 p.m. EST…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 8 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Candidate for franchise tag

    The Cowboys may place the franchise tag on Schultz prior to Tuesday's 4:00 p.m. ET deadline, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: The rumor mill has swirled around the Cowboys' receiving corps in recent days, with Amari Cooper potentially getting cut and Michael Gallup's (knee) reps negotiating an extension for the four-year pro. As a 2018 fourth-round pick, Schultz himself is due a new contract, but the team is considering placing the franchise tag on him to give more time to work out a new deal. If those talks fall through, though, he would be due $10.9 million under the tag in 2022. Schultz is coming off back-to-back…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 7 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading receiver in wild-card loss

    Schultz caught seven of eight targets for 89 yards in Sunday's 23-17 loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.

    Analysis: The tight end was once again Dak Prescott's most reliable option, leading the Cowboys in catches and yards as their season came to a disappointing finish. Schultz proved his 2020 performance was no fluke, setting career highs across the board by hauling in 78 passes on 104 targets for 808 yards and eight touchdowns across 17 regular-season games. He'll head into the offseason an unrestricted free agent, and Schultz has set himself up for a big payday, either from Dallas or from another club.

    Published: Sun, Jan 16 at 8:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches two touchdowns

    Schultz caught all three of his targets for 21 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday's 51-26 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Schultz made quite the impact with his few catches, scoring both of his touchdowns in the final two minutes of the first half. The tight end's initial end-zone trip came from two yards, then Schultz revisited pay dirt from nine yards just five seconds before halftime. In doing so, Schultz brought his final touchdown tally this season to eight, doubling his prior career high set last year. The veteran will now turn his focus to Dallas' playoff game next weekend, with his opponent currently…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 8 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading receiver in loss

    Schultz caught six of 10 targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 25-22 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: He led the Cowboys in targets and receiving yards while tying Cedrick Wilson in receptions. The tight end has an impressive 22-203-2 line on 27 targets over the last three games, but as Dallas will have little on the line in Week 18 against Philadelphia, the team's starters -- including Schultz -- could get some extra rest ahead of the playoffs.

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 9:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays hot in blowout win

    Schultz caught eight of nine targets for 82 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 56-14 win over Washington.

    Analysis: Schultz kept things rolling with his second touchdown in as many weeks. The 23-year-old has combined for 16 receptions and 149 yards to go along with those two scores after hitting a bit of a midseason slump. The speedy tight end will look to keep things rolling in an important matchup against the Cardinals next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 10:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back big in win

    Schultz brought in all eight targets for 67 yards and a touchdown in the Cowboys' 21-6 win over the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: Schultz led the way for the Cowboys' pass-catching corps in receptions and receiving yards while falling just a target short of CeeDee Lamb's team-leading nine. The fourth-year pro's catch total was also a season high, and the entire performance represented a particularly timely resurgence after Schultz had delivered a season-worst 1-4-0 line against Washington in Week 14. Now seemingly back on track, the sure-handed tight end's next opportunity to deliver for managers in the fantasy postseason…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Only one catch in win

    Schultz caught one of three targets for four yards in Sunday's 27-20 win over Washington.

    Analysis: It was something of an odd day for the Dallas offense, as Dak Prescott struggled to move the ball consistently even with the defense giving him some short fields, and Schultz's lack of production reflected that erratic performance. The tight end's numbers have declined since Michael Gallup returned to the lineup, and with CeeDee Lamb and Amari Cooper also healthy, there may not be a lot of looks left over for Schultz.

    Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five grabs against Saints

    Schultz caught all five of his targets for 43 yards in Thursday's 27-17 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: The tight end continues to deliver solid, if unspectacular, numbers. Schultz hasn't reached 60 receiving yards since Week 6, but he's seen at least five targets in five of the last six games and posted a 21-221-1 line over that stretch on the steady volume. He'll look to make an impact in Week 14 against Washington.

    Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 7:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in loss to Las Vegas

    Schultz caught three of seven targets for 46 yards and a touchdown while also catching a two-point conversion in a 36-33 overtime loss to the Raiders on Thanksgiving.

    Analysis: While it wasn't an efficient effort, Schultz salvaged his day with a 32-yard TD catch from Dak Prescott down the seam in the fourth quarter, with Prescott going right back to Schultz for a two-point conversion that tied the score at 30-30 with less than three minutes left on the clock. The touchdown was the fourth of the season for the fourth-year tight end, tying his career high from last year, but Schultz will likely remain a volatile fantasy option in Week 13 against the Saints.

    Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 10:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in receiving Sunday

    Schultz caught six of eight targets for 53 yards in Sunday's 19-9 loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: While Michael Gallup led the Cowboys with 10 targets, Schultz was Dak Prescott's most reliable option and tied for the team lead in catches while leading in receiving yards. The six grabs also tied his season high, and with Amari Cooper (COVID-19) already ruled out for a Thanksgiving Day game against the Raiders and CeeDee Lamb (concussion) potentially unavailable as well, the tight end could be in line for big volume.

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 8:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Only one catch in rout

    Schultz caught one of two targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 43-3 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Dak Prescott attempted 31 passes on the afternoon (with four more coming from Ezekiel Elliott on a trick play and then Cooper Rush on the final couple drives of a blowout win), but Schultz was an afterthought in the offense as he tied for his season low in targets. It's not yet clear whether his reduction in volume was due to this particular matchup, or Michael Gallup's return to action -- or a bit of both -- but Schultz suddenly seems a lot riskier heading into a Week 11 clash with Kansas City.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in receiving

    Schultz recorded four receptions on five targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 30-16 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Schultz led the team in receiving yards, though that is more of an indication of the Cowboys' lack of offensive production than a tremendous performance on his part. He compiled the majority of his production with receptions of 20 and 17 yards, marking his fourth game this season in which has recorded a catch of 20 or more yards. Schultz has seen a consistent role in the offense this season, and that should only further solidified while Blake Jarwin (hip) remains sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 7:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in Sunday's win

    Schultz caught two of seven targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: While the Cowboys' passing game as a whole had plenty of success with Cooper Rush at the reins in place of Dak Prescott (calf), Schultz was not on the same page as the No. 2 QB and put together his worst performance of the season. Prescott is expected back Week 9 against the Broncos, however, which could allow the tight end to bounce back to the level that saw him post a 23-296-3 line on 29 targets over his prior four games.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another strong effort Sunday

    Schultz caught five of six targets for 79 yards in Sunday's 35-29 overtime win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: The tight end continues to show a great rapport with Dak Prescott, hauling in at least five passes in five of six games so far this season, but Schultz missed out on his fourth TD of the year when Blake Jarwin caught a one-yard score instead. Schultz will head into the Cowboys' Week 7 bye with 31 receptions on 37 targets for 359 yards and three touchdowns.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 6:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Team-leading catch tally in win

    Schultz secured six of eight targets for 79 yards in the Cowboys' 44-20 win over the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: Schultz has strengthened his grip on the starting tight end job to the point that position mate Blake Jarwin didn't even log a target Sunday. Schultz now has three consecutive six-catch efforts, and although he saw his touchdown streak end at two games Sunday, his 79-yard tally served as his second highest this season. The 25-year-old will look to continue his impressive ascent in a tough matchup on the road against the Patriots in Week 6.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 7:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Soaks up targets

    Schultz recorded six receptions on eight targets for 58 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's Week 4 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Schultz nearly replicated his Week 3 performance, when he led the Cowboys in all receiving categories. In Week 4, he led the team in targets and receptions but was out-gained by Amari Cooper. He had a few highlight plays, which included an 18-yard reception -- his longest of the day -- and and a six-yard touchdown. With the performance, Schultz now has at least seven targets in three of four games on the season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in leading effort

    Schultz caught six of seven targets for 80 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's 41-21 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Schultz led the Cowboys in all major receiving categories, scoring a couple of times along the way. The tight end's first touchdown came on a wide-open 19-yarder in the first quarter, then Schultz showed niftiness running after the catch on his 22-yard score in the fourth. Through three games, the veteran has now hauled in 14 of 15 targets thrown his way, making him a dependable option for Dak Prescott, but the presence of so many playmakers within Dallas' offense limits Schultz's weekly upside.

    Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 9:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in Week 2 win

    Schultz caught both his targets for 18 yards in Sunday's win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Blake Jarwin caught one more pass than Schultz and gained more real estate with his grabs, but neither tight end was particularly productive. It will likely take an injury to one of them to make the other a viable fantasy option on a weekly basis.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid season-opening effort

    Schultz secured all six of his targets for 45 yards in the Cowboys' 31-29 loss to the Buccaneers on Thursday night.

    Analysis: The sure-handed tight end turned in an efficient performance that saw him slot in third in receptions and receiving yards on the Cowboys behind the prolific wideout duo of Amari Cooper and CeeDee Lamb. Position mate Blake Jarwin was active and turned in three grabs of his own in his first regular-season action since tearing his ACL against the Rams in the 2020 season opener, but if Thursday is any indication, Schultz still will retain a solid role in an offense that could tilt toward the pass…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 5:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • One grab Saturday

    Schultz caught his only target for nine yards in Saturday's preseason loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Both Schultz and Blake Jarwin saw snaps with the first-team offense, but it was Jarwin who made the bigger impact as he caught a 25-yard pass to set up the Cowboys' first TD of the night. It could be tough for either tight end to make a consistent fantasy impact as long as both are healthy, but Schultz is more likely to be the secondary receiving option of the duo.

    Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Should be ready for Week 1

    Schultz (ankle) didn't attend Friday's preseason game against the Cardinals but is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: This could affect his competition with Blake Jarwin, who finished with no catches on one target Friday in his first game appearance since suffering an ACL tear last September. Schultz filled in capably with 63 receptions, playing 84.8 percent of snaps in an offense that attempted 639 passes. A similar workload is unlikely if Jarwin stays healthy, but that doesn't automatically mean Schultz will hand over the starting job. It sounds like he'll be back for Week 1 even if he misses the rest of…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing ankle sprain

    Schultz was diagnosed with a right ankle sprain after exiting Wednesday's practice, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: There's no timeline for Schultz's return to the field, but his ankle sprain isn't believed to be serious. The 25-year-old is unlikely to be available for Friday's preseason contest in Arizona in any case. Schultz broke out in 2020 with 63 receptions for 615 yards and four touchdowns after Blake Jarwin went down in Week 1 with a torn ACL. The pair should continue to compete for the starting role at tight end, assuming Schultz's ankle issue doesn't impact his availability for the start of the…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 11 at 7:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers ankle injury

    Schultz injured his ankle at Wednesday's practice, Jane Slater of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Aided by Blake Jarwin's Week 1 ACL tear, Schultz broke out last season to the tune of 63 catches (on 89 targets) for 615 yards and four touchdowns. Schultz has picked up his own health concern, which isn't believed to be serious, per Slater. With the Cowboys' next preseason contest coming Friday in Arizona, it wouldn't be surprising if the team is cautious and keeps Schultz on the sideline until he's back to 100 percent.

    Published: Wed, Aug 11 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One grab in exhibition opener

    Schultz secured one of two targets for 15 yards during the Cowboys' 16-3 preseason loss to the Steelers in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game.

    Analysis: Schultz opened the game with Garrett Gilbert operating as his quarterback and was productive on the one grab he was able to make. The 2018 fourth-round pick turned in an impressive 63-615-4 line across 16 games last season following Blake Jarwin's Week 1 season-ending knee injury, and with the latter being handled with care this summer, Schultz is still slated to see a solid amount of work in practices and preseason contests for the time being.

    Published: Thu, Aug 5 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seeing most first-team reps so far

    Schultz has received the bulk of first-team reps in training camp as Blake Jarwin gets brought along slowly following last year's knee injury, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The split in reps between the two is likely to change as Jarwin gets fully up to speed, but for his part Schultz is having a good camp and isn't going to give up the top spot on the depth chart easily. The numbers suggest Jarwin is the better receiver of the two, but that doesn't mean he'll see more targets during the season.

    Published: Mon, Aug 2 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Facing threat to starting job

    Shultz will compete with fellow tight end Blake Jarwin, who appears ready for the start of training camp after suffering a torn ACL in Week 1 last season, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

    Analysis: Jarwin suffered the injury six months after signing a three-year extension, so the team still has some investment in him even after a lost season. His absence opened the door for Schultz to see 89 targets, but the 2018 fourth-round pick finished with a modest receiving line (63-615-4), as big plays were few and far between. The two now figure to compete for a starting job this summer, and it's possible the Cowboys ultimately settle on a committee approach at tight end.

    Published: Thu, Jul 22 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends season on high note

    Schultz caught seven of 10 targets for 70 yards in Sunday's loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: The third-year tight end had his highest yardage total since Week 4 while tying his season high in targets during the Cowboys' final outing of 2020. Schultz came into the season with low expectations, but a season-ending knee injury to Blake Jarwin in Week 1 thrust him into a starting role, and he never looked back. Schultz caught multiple passes in 14 of his 15 starts, finishing the year with a 63-615-4 line on 89 targets after managing only 13 grabs through his first 27 NFL games. Jarwin is…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three grabs against Eagles

    Schultz caught three of four targets for 21 yards in Sunday's win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Andy Dalton primarily was focused on attacking a vulnerable Philly secondary with his trio of excellent wide receivers -- Amari Cooper, Michael Gallup and CeeDee Lamb -- leaving little production left over for Schultz. The third-year tight end has caught multiple passes in 10 straight games, giving him a decent floor in deep PPR leagues, but he hasn't topped 53 receiving yards and only has two TDs during that stretch.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores fourth TD

    Schultz caught both of his targets for 14 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: He was on the end on a 12-yard toss from Andy Dalton in the third quarter, giving the tight end his first TD since Week 11 and fourth of the season. Schultz has seen only 11 targets over the last four games, giving him limited fantasy appeal heading into Week 16's clash with the Eagles.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited involvement in win

    Schultz caught all three of his targets for 34 yards in Sunday's 30-7 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: The Cowboys' passing game didn't need to do much after three early Cincinnati fumbles led to 17 first-half points for Dallas, limiting Schultz's production. The tight end hasn't reached 50 receiving yards in five straight games heading into a Week 15 clash with the 49ers.

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Four catches in loss

    Schultz caught all four of his targets for 44 yards in Tuesday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: The tight end was one of five Dallas players to reach 40 receiving yards, as Andy Dalton spread the ball around while trying to mount an ultimately futile comeback in the second half. Schultz has seen at least four targets in seven straight games, but he has only one touchdown and hasn't topped 53 receiving yards during that stretch, giving him very limited fantasy appeal in most formats.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Five grabs in big loss

    Schultz caught all five of his targets for 24 yards in Thursday's loss to Washington.

    Analysis: With Andy Dalton under consistent pressure from Chase Young and the Washington pass rush, Schultz was utilized as little more than a bail-out option by the veteran quarterback, with his longest reception going for only seven yards. The tight end has still caught at least four passes in four straight games, giving him a steady floor in PPR formats heading into Week 13's road clash with the Ravens.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone Sunday

    Schultz caught four of six targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: The tight end continues to see fairly steady target volume no matter who is under center for the Cowboys, but with Andy Dalton back at the helm, Schultz was able to score his first TD since Week 4. He'll look to build on his red-zone chemistry with Dalton in a Thanksgiving Day clash with Washington.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Corrals four passes in loss

    Schultz caught four of seven targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 24-19 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Schultz hasn't been bothered by the quarterback turnover through the past two weeks, as he produced 10 receptions for 101 yards on 15 targets while playing at least 95 percent of the snaps in each game. The third-year tight end now has a 35-383-2 line through nine games. The Cowboys may get Andy Dalton (concussion) back following the Week 10 bye.

    Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees eight targets in loss

    Schultz reeled in six of eight targets for 53 yards Sunday in the Cowboys' 23-9 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Schultz's production has been trending down since Dak Prescott suffered a season-ending ankle injury Week 5, but the tight end benefited from third-string quarterback Ben DiNucci drawing the start in place of the concussed Andy Dalton. The Eagles' fierce pass rush coupled with a banged-up offensive line effectively eliminated the Cowboys' downfield passing game, forcing DiNucci to rely on Schultz as a safety valve underneath. Schultz was able to turn his high target count into decent production…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two grabs in Sunday's loss

    Schultz caught two of four targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 25-3 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: The tight end's four targets ranked third on the Cowboys for the day, and he was the only other Dallas player to catch multiple passes aside from Amari Cooper. The outlook for the entire offense is bleak due to multiple injuries along the offensive line, but with rookie Ben DiNucci potentially being forced into action Week 8 in place of Andy Dalton (concussion), Schultz could still see decent target volume as a security blanket for the young QB in his first NFL start.

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags four passes in losing effort

    Schultz corralled four of his five targets for 35 receiving yards during Monday's 38-10 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: On what was a sluggish offensive night for the Cowboys, Andy Dalton at least proved capable of putting up garbage-time production, distributing 34 completions, 266 passing yards and a touchdown to his array of talented targets. Schultz was the team's third-leading receiver, also tying his second-highest catch total of the season during the blowout loss. He had an off game with just one catch and six yards against the Giants last Sunday, but otherwise he has scored two touchdowns while averaging…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just one catch Sunday

    Schultz caught one of three targets for six yards in Sunday's win over the Giants.

    Analysis: The tight end didn't see much involvement in the passing game, as Dallas' wide receivers accounted for 25 of the 32 targets thrown by Dak Prescott (ankle) and Andy Dalton. With Prescott lost for the year and the offense potentially forced to be a little more conservative as a result, however, Schultz's role could become more consistent if he can establish some chemistry with Dalton.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear of thigh issue

    Schultz (thigh) isn't listed on the Cowboys' injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: Near the conclusion of this past Sunday's loss to the Browns, Schultz took a helmet to his thigh, but the issue hasn't affected his ability to take part in practice three days later. With Blake Jarwin (knee) on injured reserve, Schultz remains locked in as Dallas' No. 1 tight end for the rest of the season. So far this season, Schultz has managed 18 receptions (on 28 targets) for 219 yards and two touchdowns.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Week 5

    Schultz (thigh) is expected to play Sunday against the Giants, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The tight end took a helmet to the thigh late in Sunday's loss to the Browns but the team is optimistic that he won't miss time. His level of participation in practice as the week progresses will give a clearer picture of his status heading into Sunday. If Schultz is limited, Blake Bell and Sean McKeon would see additional reps.

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hauls in TD against Browns

    Schultz caught four of eight targets for 72 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: With Dak Prescott forced to air it out every week to try and compensate for the Cowboys' atrocious defense, Schultz is getting plenty of chances to make an impact, hauling in 17 catches on 24 targets for 208 yards and two TDs over the last three weeks. His production isn't likely to be consistent on a week-to-week basis given all the other options at Prescott's disposal, but the tight end still is headed for a breakout season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers in Week 4

    Schultz caught four of six targets for 48 yards in Sunday's loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: The tight end wasn't able to follow up his impressive Week 2 with a similar performance, but Schultz still received a healthy number of targets, and it should be noted Dak Prescott attempted 57 passes overall in a 38-31 loss. Schultz could be headed for a productive day Week 4 against a Browns defense that's already given up 22 catches and three TDs to tight ends through three weeks.

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Breaks out with nine catches, TD

    Schultz corralled nine of 10 targets for 88 yards and a touchdown, losing one fumble during Sunday's 40-39 win against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Fantasy GMs in leagues large and small will be rushing to the waiver wire to add the 24-year-old tight end, as he may have secured a key role within Dallas' high-octane passing attack as result of Blake Jarwin's torn ACL. Schultz attracted just 19 combined targets across his first 27 NFL appearances between 2018 and 2019, but he has already garnered 14 in the early going of the new campaign. The slate toughens up somewhat in Week 3, as the Cowboys take on a Seahawks defense that permitted just…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four targets Week 1

    Schultz caught one of four targets for 11 yards in Sunday's loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Dak Prescott looked his way more often after Blake Jarwin hurt his knee in the first half, but the extra targets didn't result in much production for Schultz. With Jarwin feared to be lost for the season due to a torn ACL, Schultz could step into a much more significant role in the offense as the Cowboys' primary receiving tight end with Blake Bell mainly handling blocking assignments.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 7:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal role in 2019

    Schultz wrapped up the regular season having caught one of two targets for six yards.

    Analysis: While he played in every game, Schultz never saw more than 17 snaps on offense in any given week and the second-year tight end had basically no role as a receiver working behind Jason Witten and Blake Jarwin. Even if Witten heads back into retirement, Schultz likely wouldn't get enough targets in 2020 to make a fantasy impact with Jarwin very clearly the heir apparent at the position.

    Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees just one snap in win

    Schultz played just one offensive snap in Monday night's win over the Giants.

    Analysis: That marks a new low for the season for Schultz as he's currently buried on the tight-end depth chart for the Cowboys behind Jason Witten and Blake Jarwin. The second-year pro has just one target on the year, hauling it in for a six-yard gain back in Week 6 against the Jets.

    Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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