Dallas Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch will miss the remainder of the season due to a neck injury. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones did not comment on whether the injury could potentially end Vander Esch's career. Vander Esch has had ongoing neck issues since college and has suffered multiple injuries during his time with the Cowboys. It is speculated that Vander Esch may be considering whether to retire at the age of 27 and after six years in the league. Damone Clark is expected to take over as the primary linebacker for the Cowboys, while Markquese Bell has seen a decrease in playing time recently.

• Leighton Vander Esch will miss the rest of the season with a neck injury.
• Vander Esch's career may be in jeopardy due to his ongoing neck issues.
• Damone Clark is expected to be the primary linebacker for the Cowboys.
• Markquese Bell has seen a decrease in playing time recently.