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Turpin Trouble Keys Cowboys’ Rookie Blue Speculation

The Dallas Cowboys drafted former Texas Longhorns running back Jaydon Blue in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, and he has a chance to see an expanded role in his rookie season. …

Maybe now as a return specialist.

Blue is a versatile and explosive player who could position himself as the favorite to win the starting running back job in Dallas. He stands 5-9, 196 pounds and has elite speed—running an electric 4.38-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine.

Blue’s skillset can also be utilized as a receiver and return specialist given his explosive playmaking ability. … and that latter idea may be worth exploring with KaVontae Turpin now in legal trouble.

"I take a lot of pride in being able to run routes and catch the ball,” Blue said. “I've been doing it since maybe 14, 15 years old. I played 7 on 7, and I played strictly receiver. I didn't do nothing, no running back things, and when I go train, I do a lot of receiver stuff because some of the running back stuff is natural for me. So, I'm trying to take my receiver game to the next level so I can be the next great back to come out of Dallas."

Why does this matter now?

All-Pro return specialist and gadget wide receiver Turpin was arrested on two misdemeanor charges in Allen, Texas, on Sunday morning. If he serves a suspension as a result, Blue could potentially be the next man up to fill Turpin’s role on special teams and offense.

Blue proved to be a weapon in the passing game during his final season at Texas—recording 42 receptions for 368 yards and six touchdowns. The Cowboys have also given him reps as a return man throughout spring practices, setting the stage for what could be a dynamic rookie campaign. … with Cowboys Nation hoping that Turpin remains somehow available.

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