The Cowboys released Jones (abdomen) on Wednesday, The Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones was placed on injured reserve Nov. 7 after undergoing core muscle surgery. It's uncertain if he's healthy yet. Nevertheless, the Cowboys will save $2 million in salary-cap space by cutting Jones before the final year of his contract. Jones has played 126 games for the Cowboys since his rookie season in 2011, averaging 44.5 yards per punt.

Jones (abdomen) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Rob Phillips of the Cowboys' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

After suffering multiple abdominal injuries over the years, Jones is finally undergoing surgery and will be placed on IR. Rookie Hunter Niswander will make his NFL debut and take over Jones' role as the Cowboys' punter until the 31-year-old recovers from his procedure, which could take at least a few weeks.

Jones (abdomen) will be getting core muscle surgery Thursday, Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones has battled abdominal injuries in the past, and it looks like he has opted to have the issue addressed surgically. As a result, the punter will be out indefinitely.

Jones (abdomen) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Jones was limited in practice all week but will give it a go Sunday. There was never much doubt as Dallas did not sign any alternatives.

Jones is apparently dealing with an abdomen strain, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Given the news about Jones' abdomen strain, his status is worth monitoring as kickoff approaches next week. The Cowboys currently do not have another punter on their roster.

Jones inked a four-year extension with the Cowboys on Wednesday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jones has been the Cowboys starting punter since 2013 and will be expected to carry the punting torch through at least the 2021 season. Through six seasons, Jones has recorded a net averaged of 40.9 yards per punt.

Jones has signed a two-year extension with the Cowboys, bringing the total value of his contract to $4.2 million over three years, with $750,000 guaranteed, ESPN's Field Yates reports. Jones' contract runs through 2017, and the guaranteed money should keep him safe in his role for at least the next two seasons. His punting average of 45.5 yards ranked 18th out of 32 qualified punters in 2014, while his net average of 39.8 yards was good for 14th. He had 21 punts inside the 20-yard line, with only two touchbacks all season.

Cowboys signed P Chris Jones to a one-year, $645,000 contract. It's Jones' exclusive rights tender. He ranked 20th in net yards per punt last season at 39.1.

DallasCowboys.com "would expect" Chris Jones to return as the Cowboys' punter in 2012. A partially torn ACL sent Jones to injured reserve in Week 8. Veteran Brian Moorman filled in, but is now a free agent. Jones is signed for an affordable $555,000, making it likely he'll be back.

Cowboys placed P Chris Jones (knee) on injured reserve, ending his season. Jones had missed two of the last three games due to a left knee sprain. The Cowboys will move forward with veteran Brian Moorman as their punter and holder.