Okay, so picture this. You’re having the best season of your young NFL career, right? Like, you’re flying high, doing sack dances like nobody’s watching, and then BAM—your season’s over faster than you can say “Super Bowl dreams.” That’s exactly what happened to Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown. And honestly, it’s got me in my feelings.
First off, Overshown was the guy. Five sacks, five QB hits, a forced fumble, a recovery, AND a pick-six? Oh, and this was just in 12 games. The man was putting up stats like Madden on rookie mode. And then Monday night against the Bengals—it was a play like any other until it wasn’t. His right leg got pinned, and just like that, he’s looking at season-ending knee surgery. Ugh, sports can be so cruel sometimes.
But here’s the wild part: this isn’t Overshown’s first knee injury rodeo. Dude tore his left ACL during his rookie season. Can you even imagine? Two seasons, two busted knees. If that’s not some cursed luck, I don’t know what is. It’s like he made a deal with the football gods, and they forgot to read the fine print.
Now, the Cowboys are, understandably, in panic mode. Jerry Jones—who, let’s face it, probably texts in all caps—broke the news that Overshown’s 2025 season might be in jeopardy too. And listen, I’m no doctor, but isn’t it a little early to write off next year? Then again, Jerry is the king of overdramatic soundbites, so maybe take that with a grain of salt.
Anyway, the Cowboys’ defense has been legit this year, and Overshown was a big part of that. Losing him now is like trying to finish a puzzle and realizing the last piece fell under the couch. You can still kinda see the picture, but it’s not the same.
“When It Rains, It Pours” Saints Edition
Speaking of teams in trouble, can we talk about the Saints? Derek Carr, their QB, is out with a significant hand fracture. Like, significant enough that NFL insiders are already using words like “season-ending.” And listen, Carr’s had his ups and downs, but this is brutal timing.
The Saints are 5-8. Not great, but not Jets-bad either. They’ve won three of their last four games! But now, without Carr, their playoff hopes are looking about as sturdy as a Jenga tower on a wobbly table.
Oh, and fun fact: Carr’s injury happened because he hurdled over three players. THREE. Who does he think he is, Michael Jordan? I mean, props for the effort, but maybe stick to throwing the ball, my guy.
Raiders and Their Quarterback Carousel
Speaking of quarterbacks who can’t catch a break, Raiders rookie Aidan O’Connell got a bone bruise in his left knee this week. And you know what’s crazy? The hit that caused it didn’t even draw a penalty. Like, what are refs even doing out there? Playing Candy Crush?
But here’s the silver lining for the Raiders: they’re on track for the No. 1 pick in the draft next year. I mean, that’s gotta count for something, right? Except, knowing the Raiders, they’ll probably use it to draft a punter or something equally chaotic.
Listen, the NFL is a brutal business. One minute you’re a star, and the next, you’re sidelined, Googling “knee brace fashion tips.” But that’s the beauty of sports—anything can happen. And I know it sounds cheesy, but it’s true.
Anyway, that’s all I’ve got for now. My dog just started barking at the neighbor’s cat, so I need to go play referee.
