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NegativeRoleSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hunter Luepke remains on the Cowboys active roster as part of the four-back rotation alongside Javonte Williams, Emari Demercado, and newly elevated Israel Abanikanda following Malik Davis' injured reserve placement.

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PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026Blogging The Boys

May see increased reps if Malik Davis is unavailable due to hip injury; positioned as backup option in Cowboys backfield.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With Malik Davis sidelined by a hip injury, Hunter Luepke is positioned to see increased reps in the Cowboys backfield for Week 1 against the Giants.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 8, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Hunter Luepke is behind Javonte Williams on the Dallas Cowboys depth chart at running back. Jim Moorman notes that Williams' odds of being the third-down back are good, with Davis, Luepke, and Emari Demercado also competing for touches.

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PositiveUsageSep 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke is highlighted for excellent chip blocking in the Cowboys' pass-blocking scheme; the source notes this security measure helps increase the offense's floor while maintaining explosive firepower for Prescott.

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PositiveUsageSep 6, 2026Blogging The Boys

Hunter Luepke is part of the Cowboys' all-hands-on-deck pass-blocking group featuring excellent chip blocking that protects Dak Prescott while maintaining explosive offensive firepower; this security measure increases the offense's floor.

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NegativeRoleSep 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke, a fullback, had worn No. 40 since 2023 but lost a number competition with Von Miller. Miller wanted the number he wore in high school, college, and with the Rams and Bills, so Miller gave up a percentage of his chicken company in exchange for No. 40. Luepke switched to No. 30.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted 2023 prospect on Dallas Cowboys depth chart as third-string running back behind starter Javonte Williams and RB2 Malik Davis; Demercado's waiver claim adds competition at the position.

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NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026Blogging The Boys

Hunter Luepke made the Cowboys 53-man roster as the fullback. The Cowboys roster now consists of only Williams, Davis, and Luepke out of the backfield, a notably lean group. The source notes to keep a close eye on how efficient this group is in the short passing game as extensions of the run to determine if moving on from a pair of second-year draft picks (Blue and Mafah) was the right decision.

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NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Retained on the roster but limited to short-yardage and fullback duties; not a traditional runner, leaving the Cowboys without a reliable third running back option.

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NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026Blogging The Boys

Can handle short-yardage and fullback duties but is not a traditional runner; does not fill the RB3 void created by the Cowboys' backfield cuts.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke is counted as one of four backfield players Dallas is carrying on the roster, alongside Jaydon Blue, Malik Davis, and either Phil Mafah or Israel Abanikanda; his roster spot appears secure as a fullback.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Blogging The Boys

Luepke will reprise his role as a Swiss Army knife fullback in the Cowboys' offensive scheme and is expected to make the 53-man roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke will reprise his role as a Swiss Army knife fullback; Anthony Smith projects him to make the 53-man roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026Blogging The Boys

Luepke is consensus across all four panelists to make the 53-man roster as a fullback with special teams value, making him difficult to cut despite being a reserve running back.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke is predicted to make the 53-man roster by all four panelists; Mike notes Luepke's fullback and special teams value makes him hard to cut, and Sean designates him as a running back for roster purposes.

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NegativeInjuryAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cowboys fullback Luepke left the joint practice with the Saints early, though no specific injury or reason is detailed in the report.

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PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke holds a secure roster spot as the Dallas Cowboys' starting fullback, a role he has maintained and built a name for himself in over several years.

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NegativeInjuryAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke exited Tuesday's Dallas Cowboys scrimmage against the New Orleans Saints with trainers; the exact reason remains unclear at this time. The incident occurred during a joint practice on August 18, 2026.

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NegativeInjuryAug 18, 2026Blogging The Boys

Exited Tuesday's joint practice with the Saints with a trainer; exact reason remains unclear. Luepke holds a secure roster spot as the Cowboys' starting fullback.

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NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Fullback Hunter Luepke currently owns No. 40 on the Cowboys roster. Von Miller, who signed a one-year deal with Dallas, expressed interest in wearing the same number and made offers to Luepke to trade it, including a lifetime supply of chicken, indicating Luepke's established roster position and number assignment.

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NegativeInjuryAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hunter Luepke headed off the field with a trainer during joint practice with the Saints, indicating a potential injury concern.

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NegativeInjuryAug 18, 2026Blogging The Boys

Hunter Luepke left the field with a trainer during joint practice, raising potential injury concerns.

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PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hunter Luepke received first team offensive reps during practice #11, indicating elevated role opportunity following personnel adjustments made by Brian Schottenheimer.

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NegativeRoleAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back was involved in a training camp play where DeMarvion Overshown made a big pad pop hit, forcing a cutback; the play demonstrates the Cowboys' defense is flying around at camp.

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NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hunter Luepke was hit by DeMarvion Overshown during padded practice and forced to cut back, indicating he received offensive reps.

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NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hunter Luepke was mentioned by Brian Schottenheimer as a potential 'north star' for the Cowboys special teams unit, indicating he is a key contributor on special teams.

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NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cowboys running back Hunter Luepke was mentioned by Brian Schottenheimer as a potential 'north star' for the special teams unit following the retirement of veteran special teams ace CJ Goodwin.

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NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Hunter Luepke was mentioned by Brian Schottenheimer as a potential 'north star' for the Cowboys special teams unit following the retirement of veteran special teams ace CJ Goodwin.

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PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Matt Harmon identifies Luepke as a tactical weapon in Dallas' tight end group, with Nate Tice describing him as a 'rug that ties the room together,' emphasizing his value as a fullback in the Cowboys' versatile offensive scheme.

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PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Luepke is Dallas' fullback and a tactical weapon in the Cowboys' offense; Tice describes him as a 'rug that ties the room together,' highlighting his role in the team's ability to solve modern defensive schemes with pullers and fullbacks creating mismatches.

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NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026Blogging The Boys

Young player whose future with Dallas is uncertain; if things don't work out, it raises questions about how Dallas develops their players; also in a training camp battle with Phil Mafah for roster spot.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 23, 2026Blogging The Boys

Safe from any threat of roster cuts due to his rare position, the reliable fullback provides unmatched versatility as a short-yardage blocker and special teams asset.

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NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026Blogging The Boys

Luepke signed an extension last season but was used on just over 20% of offensive snaps; he could be on the roster bubble, especially if the emergence of run-blocking tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford continues in camp.

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PositiveRoleJun 17, 2026The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny

Luepke is a fullback the analyst has always been a fan of, providing versatility in the Cowboys' run game with different personnel packages.

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PositiveRoleJun 17, 2026The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny

Lepke is a fullback the analyst has always been a fan of; the Cowboys can deploy him in various personnel packages like 12 and 22 personnel.

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NegativeDepth ChartNo dateNFL.com News

Hunter Luepke, a fullback, is on the Cowboys roster and was wearing No. 40 during a joint practice with the New Orleans Saints on Tuesday, the same number Von Miller is seeking. Miller joked about offering Luepke a lifetime supply of chicken from his poultry ranch in exchange for the number.

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Young player whose status with Dallas is uncertain; if things don't work out, it raises questions about how Dallas develops their players. Could be in a training camp battle with Phil Mafah for a roster spot.

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NegativeBustNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Young player whose status with Dallas is uncertain; if things don't work out, it raises questions about how Dallas develops their players.

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Young player whose status with Dallas is uncertain; if things don't work out, it could raise questions about how Dallas develops their players. Could be in a training camp battle with Phil Mafah for a roster spot.

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