Dallas Cowboys
Anthony Armstrong - #13 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 179 lbs. |
| Birthday | 03/29/1983 |
| Birthplace | Carrollton, TX |
| College | West Texas A&M |
| Years played | 4 |
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Vikings-Cowboys matchup of the day: Friday
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Spencer: Cowboys not far away defensively
The Cowboys' defense was playing at an exceptionally high level late last season prior to the playoff loss to the Vikings, and OLB Anthony Spencer told PFW he thinks the team can follow a similar path this time around.
Cowboys elevate Holly to 53-man roster
The Cowboys signed WR Jesse Holly from their practice squad on Friday and released OT Robert Brewster.
Vikings-Cowboys matchup of the day: Thursday
Here's a look at another key matchup in Sunday's Cowboys-Vikings game.
Cowboys sign OT Parnell
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They said it: Vikings edition
Here's a sampling of things heard this week by Vikings and Cowboys players and coaches.
Favre would consider sitting to rest elbow
Vikings QB Brett Favre said Wednesday he would consider resting his sore elbow and sitting out games.
Vikings' 60-second rant: Loser goes home Sunday
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America loves 'America's Team'
A new poll reports that for the fourth year in a row, the Cowboys have been voted as the most popular NFL team.
Cowboys' problems run deeper than simple mistakes
It would be easy to write off the Cowboys' 1-3 start as a result of a lack of discipline, but Dallas also is suffering through some poor play by players who were thought to be key pieces.
Jones wrestles away lead in Cowboys backfield
In quite possibly the league's most erratic backfield situation, Felix Jones has regained the lead for carries in Dallas.
Titans continue NFC dominance in 34-27 win vs. Cowboys
A pair of costly Cowboys mistakes led the Titans to a 34-27 win in Dallas.
Cowboys' Buehler still must improve kickoffs
Although he led the NFL in touchbacks on kickoffs last season, Cowboys PK David Buehler is struggling this year, according to NFC East Whispers.
Cowboys' run defense comes into focus
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PLAYER NEWS
Armstrong has been released by the Miami Dolphins after making only three catches for 12 yards in the season's first seven games.|||||||
Armstrong was overtaken on the depth chart by veteran newcomer Jabar Gaffney, who played for the first time Sunday in a win over the New York Jets and had a 30-yard reception. Armstrong had 44 catches for 871 yards with the Washington Redskins in 2010, but only seven receptions for them last season.
Receiver Anthony Armstrong, two defensive backs and a linebacker have been awarded to the Miami Dolphins off waivers.|||||||
Armstrong, an undrafted free agent out of college, spent the 2008 season on the Dolphins' practice squad. He had 44 catches for 871 yards for the Washington Redskins in 2010 and made seven receptions for them last season.
Armstrong only had one catch in Sunday's 23-17 win over Seattle, but it was a big one. He hauled in a 50-yard pass in the corner of the end zone to give Washington a 20-17 lead with 6:18 remaining.|||||||
It was Armstrong's first catch since Week 7 at Carolina and his sixth of the season.
Armstrong was limited in practice Thursday due to a hamstring injury.|||||||
His status for Sunday is in doubt. Primarily used in deep threats, Armstrong has four catches for 38 yards and one touchdown.
Armstrong caught two passes for 84 yards and a score in Washington's 17-14 loss to the Giants on Sunday.|||||||
Armstrong was a fantasy surprise with 871 yards and three scores.