Cowboys DT Gerald McCoy out for season with ruptured quad

New Cowboy defensive tackle Gerald McCoy suffered a devastating, season-ending injury in the teams first padded practice of training camp. Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Cowboys DT Gerald McCoy ruptures quad tendon, will miss entire 2020 season

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 8/17/20

Dallas defensive tackle Gerald McCoy suffered an injury during the first padded practice of training camp on Monday, and the Cowboys feared the worst. They were right to do so.

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, McCoy ruptured a quad tendon. He'll miss the entire 2020 season and undergo surgery.

#Cowboys COO Stephen Jones tells reporters that DT Gerald McCoy’s MRI showed a ruptured quad tendon and he’s out for the season. Initial fear had been an ACL, but the MRI delivers bad news, regardless. A major blow.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 17, 2020

McCoy was hurt during individual drills and wasn't able to put weight on his leg.

The 32-year-old signed a three-year, $18 million deal with the Cowboys in free agency after spending nine seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and one with the Carolina Panthers.

Last season in Carolina, McCoy recorded five sacks, two forced fumbles, 15 solo tackles, seven tackles for a loss and 13 quarterback hits.

Dallas also added Aldon Smith, Dontari Poe and Everson Griffen this offseason in order to strengthen their defensive line.

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