Princeton Fant’s apparent knee injury dominated a Dallas Cowboys practice after the former Tennessee tight end was helped and later carted off following a contact sequence. The play halted drills and raised immediate questions about depth and Fant’s availability as the Cowboys move through training camp.
Dallas News’ Calvin Watkins reported Fant is expected to receive an MRI to determine the severity of the injury. A video of the collision circulated on social media and was included in the account by Saturday Down South.
Key Takeaways
- Princeton Fant was helped and later carted off during a Dallas Cowboys practice after an apparent knee injury.
- Calvin Watkins of the Dallas News reported Fant is expected to undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury.
- A video of the collision circulated on social media and showed Fant leaving the field on a cart.
- The development comes the same week a former Tennessee receiver was reported to have suffered an LCL tear in NFL camp.
Princeton Fant injury details
The visible sequence shows Fant sustaining contact and immediately requiring assistance to exit the field, prompting imaging to rule out structural damage.
Team-side assessment typically begins with MRI imaging, which Dallas News’ reporting identified as the next diagnostic step for Fant.
How the collision unfolded
Video of the collision circulated on social channels and appeared embedded in the published account, showing the moment of contact and Fant leaving on a cart.
Medical staff responded quickly and chose a cart removal rather than an on-field evaluation, a decision noted by observers viewing the footage.
Fant’s role with the Cowboys and Vols background
Fant is entering his second NFL season after four seasons at Tennessee, where he served as a blocker and situational goal-line option.
His 2022 college totals included eight touchdowns — five rushing and three receiving — and 245 receiving yards, reflecting a hybrid usage profile.
At the NFL level, Fant has spent his entire professional time with Dallas and has moved on and off the team’s practice squad. He has appeared in nine NFL games, a mix of limited regular-season opportunities that underscore how training camp availability matters for players in his roster slot.
Practice injury comparison with Brazzell
| Player | Reported injury | College context | Reported roster impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Fant | Apparent knee injury; helped and carted off; MRI expected | Four seasons at Tennessee; 2022 totals included eight touchdowns and 245 receiving yards | Immediate availability unclear; MRI will inform short-term roster decisions |
| Chris Brazzell | Reported LCL tear while practicing with the Carolina Panthers | Former Tennessee wide receiver | Reportedly will have surgery that will end his rookie season |
Volunteers NFL pipeline and recruiting implications
Two former Volunteers sustaining significant practice injuries in the same week underscores how NFL camps can quickly affect a program’s pro-prep narrative and roster visibility. Medical outcomes for recent draft classes factor into how Tennessee frames player development and pro opportunity in recruiting conversations.
From a roster-construction standpoint, final imaging and recovery timelines will determine whether Fant remains a developmental depth piece for Dallas or faces a longer recovery that could open opportunities for other tight ends on the roster.
