As if the Cowboys’ defense wasn’t already leaky enough, the defense will need duct tape to keep it in tact on Thursday after both J.J. Wilcox and Justin Durant were ruled out for the match-up against the Vikings. Luckily, it seems the Cowboys will be getting back Barry Church from injury, after he broke his forearm Week 8.

Chaz Green and Morris Claiborne will be out, continuing Emmett Cleary’s run as the swing tackle and rookie Anthony Brown’s time in the starting lineup. Claiborne could return as early as December 11, if Jerry Jones’ words are more truth than hope. Some believe he’s more likely to return in one of the last two games of the regular season.

Tyron Smith, Sean Lee, David Irving, Jack Crawford, DeMarcus Lawrence, and Terrell McClain were all listed as questionable on the report, but are expected to play against the Vikings.

As for the Vikings, they will be without C Joe Berger, who suffered a concussion on Thanksgiving against Detroit. Also out are CB Marcus Sherels, DT Sharrif Floyd. Floyd was expected to be back by this point, but his knee injury has lingered on much longer than expected. It remains to be seen whether he’ll be placed on IR or not.

Another name to note is Mackensie Alexander, who is doubtful with a groin injury. With 2 defensive backs in question, the Cowboys’ depth at receiver could be the key to a victory.