Heath (shoulder) may require surgery to repair his injured labrum, but is still attempting to play and has participated in parts of practice this week, Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heath has been out for the Cowboys past two games, both of which were losses. Darian Thompson has filled in for Heath at safety, and should continue to do so if the latter is eventually unable to go in Week 15. A better picture of Heath's availability will likely be known later this week.

Heath (shoulder) is ruled out for Thursday's matchup against the Bears, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

After not practicing all week, Heath will miss his second straight game as he tries shaking this lingering shoulder issue. Darian Thompson is expected to start at safety in Heath's place.

Heath (shoulder) is a non-participant in Monday's practice, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heath sat out Thanksgiving Day's loss to the Bills due to a lingering shoulder injury, and he hasn't yet resumed practicing in any capacity. It looks as though the 28-year-old is trending toward missing Thursday's tilt against the Bears, in which case Darian Thompson would likely draw another start at strong safety.

Heath (shoulder) is ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Bills, David Helman of the Cowboys' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Heath sidelined, expect Darian Thompson to take over as Dallas' starting strong safety Thanksgiving Day. The 28-year-old aggravated his lingering shoulder injury during Week 12's game against the Patriots.

Heath (shoulder) is considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Bills, Rob Phillips of the Cowboys' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heath shook off his shoulder injury ahead of this past Sunday's loss to the Patriots, but it looked like he aggravated the issue on multiple occasions during the contest. The 28-year-old safety was limited in practice all week. If Heath is ruled inactive before the 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff, Darian Thompson should handle the starting duties.

Heath (shoulder) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heath missed Week 11's win over the Lions while nursing injuries in both shoulders, so Wednesday's unrestricted practice session is a notable step in the right direction. Barring any setbacks, it looks as though Heath is on track to draw his usual start against the Patriots on Sunday.

Heath (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Lions, David Helman of the Cowboys' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Heath will miss his first game since the 2017 season after being a limited participant in practice all week. In the veteran safety's stead, Darian Thompson is expected to take over at starting strong safety.

Heath (shoulder) is not expected to play in Sunday's road test against the Lions, Jane Slater of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heath was forced out of last Sunday night's game against the Vikings with the issue, and only logged limited practice time this week. As always, make sure to check when inactives come out an hour and a half before kickoff before making his absence official. In his stead, Darian Thompson is the likely replacement to draw the start at strong safety Sunday.

Heath (shoulder) is questionable for Week 11.

EDGE Analysis

Heath was forced out of Sunday's game against the Vikings but has logged limited practices all week. If he's ultimately unable to go, Darian Thompson would likely absorb most of that playing time.

Heath (shoulders) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, David Helman of the Cowboys' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heath entered Sunday's game against the Vikings nursing shoulder and knee injuries, and it now appears he's dealing with injuries to both shoulders. However, the fact he's practicing to begin the week puts him on track to play Week 11.