Phil Costa

Phil Costa

Position: G/C
Height: 6-3    Weight: 307 lbs.

Born: July 11, 1987 in Moorestown, NJ
College: Maryland   (school history)

Weighted Career AV (100-95-...): 10 (6894th overall since 1950)

• 1/1 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa undergoes surgery: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) underwent surgery in late December to repair ligament damage in his right ankle. Costa said...[+] he hopes to be ready for the start of organized team activities in the spring.

• 12/6 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Were hoping Phil Costa would come back : Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett said the team did not place C Phil Costa (ankle) on Injured Reserve earlier because they...[+] thought he could help in the last few weeks of the season. 'We feel like he could have provided some presence for us toward the end of the year,' Garrett said. 'But when you start counting, how many weeks until we think he’s back and how many weeks left in the season, you kind of do that math. We made that decision.'
• 12/5 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa to IRThe Dallas Cowboys placed C Phil Costa (ankle) on Injured Reserve Wednesday, Dec. 5....[+] The Dallas Cowboys placed C Phil Costa (ankle) on Injured Reserve Wednesday, Dec. 5.

• 11/28 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa not practicing Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) is not taking part in practice Wednesday, Nov. 28....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) is not taking part in practice Wednesday, Nov. 28.
• 11/21 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa not practicing Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) is not taking part in practice Wednesday, Nov. 21....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) is not taking part in practice Wednesday, Nov. 21.
• 11/19 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Two not practicing Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) and DE Sean Lissemore (ankle) are not taking part in the team's workout Monday, Nov. 19....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) and DE Sean Lissemore (ankle) are not taking part in the team's workout Monday, Nov. 19.
• 11/15 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Two not practicing Dallas Cowboys FS Matt Johnson (hamstring) and C Phil Costa (ankle) are not practicing Thursday, Nov. 15....[+] Dallas Cowboys FS Matt Johnson (hamstring) and C Phil Costa (ankle) are not practicing Thursday, Nov. 15.
• 11/7 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa out of walking boot : Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) is out of the walking boot but is still limping around and appears not close to returning...[+] soon.
• 11/2 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Four players ruled out : Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle), DE Sean Lissemore (ankle), LB Dan Connor (hamstring) and FS Matt Johnson (hamstring) did...[+] not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 2, and have been ruled out for Week 9.

• 10/22 The NFL Injury Report: Cowboys Injury Report: Phil Costa, Sean Lee: While they were able to defeat the Carolina Panthers yesterday, the Dallas Cowboys lost a pair of starters, center Phil...
• 10/21 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa's timetable uncertain: Updating a previous report, Dallas Cowboys general manager and owner Jerry Jones said Sunday, Oct. 21, that he is not certain...[+] on the timetable for C Phil Costa (ankle) to return. He suffered a subluxation of the right ankle in Week 7 against the Carolina Panthers.
• 10/21 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa carted off fieldDallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) was carted off the field Week 7 after suffering an apparent ankle injury....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (ankle) was carted off the field Week 7 after suffering an apparent ankle injury.
• 10/18 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa update : Updating a previous item, Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Oct. 17, according to head coach Jason...[+] Garrett; however, he is expected to play in Week 7.
• 10/17 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa critical to run game : The return of Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa to the starting lineup in Week 6 was a big help to the team's running game. The Cowboys...[+] sent 21 of their 41 called running plays last week toward the interior of the offensive line. Dallas rushed for 227 yards.
• 10/13 The NFL Injury Report: Cowboys Injury Report: Jay Ratliff, Anthony Spencer, Miles Austin: The Dallas Cowboys will have three starters back for their weekend matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, defensive tackle...
• 10/8 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa not assured starting spot : Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) will return to practice this week; however, that does mean he is assured of being in the starting...[+] lineup for Week 6. Head coach Jason Garrett said he wants to create a competitive atmosphere for players. 'The offensive line is like every other position on our team,' Garrett said. 'We’re going to create competition. We don’t have a rule that says this guy was the starter and then he got hurt and you can’t lose your job to injury. We don’t have any of those rules. We’re going to make our best decision.'
• 10/8 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa expected for Week 6 Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is expected to return for the team's Week 6 game....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is expected to return for the team's Week 6 game.
• 10/4 The NFL Injury Report: Cowboys Injury Report: Jay Ratliff, Kenyon Coleman, Phil Costa Return to Practice Field: The Dallas Cowboys have a bye this week which is good news for injured players.  Three of the team's injured players,...
• 10/3 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Two limited in practice Dallas Cowboys FS Matt Johnson (hamstring, back) and C Phil Costa (back) were limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 3....[+] Dallas Cowboys FS Matt Johnson (hamstring, back) and C Phil Costa (back) were limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 3.
• 10/2 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa could return after bye: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) could return to the starting lineup in Week 6 against the Baltimore Ravens after the team's...[+] bye week. He has played just three snaps this season due to a wonky back.

• 9/27 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Six players miss practice: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back), DE Kenyon Coleman (knee), DT Jay Ratliff (ankle), LB Anthony Spencer (shoulder), FS Matt Johnson...[+] (hamstring) and P Chris Jones (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 27.
• 9/27 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa could return after bye: Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Bill Callahan said he is hopeful that Week 4 will be the last game that C Phil Costa (back)...[+] misses due to back problems. Costa could return following the bye week.
• 9/26 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa not expected to practice this week: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is not expected to practice this week and is not expected to return to practice until the team's...[+] Week 5 bye. Costa has not practiced or played in a game since re-injuring his back in Week 1.
• 9/6 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa injury update : Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said C Phil Costa (back) is fine and only suffered back cramps in Week 1....[+]
• 9/4 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Four probable: Dallas Cowboys LB Dan Connor (hip), C Phil Costa (back), RB Phillip Tanner (hand) and LB DeMarcus Ware (hamstring) practiced in...[+] full Tuesday, Sept. 4, and are probable for Week 1.
• 9/2 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Three participate in practice: Dallas Cowboys RB Phillip Tanner (hand), C Phil Costa (back) and LB DeMarcus Ware (hamstring) fully participated in practice Sunday,...[+] Sept. 2.

• 8/31 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Ryan Cook could compete for starting job: Dallas Cowboys owner/general manager Jerry Jones indicated that OG Ryan Cook could push C Phil Costa for the starting center job....[+]
• 8/30 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa plays Wednesday Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) made his debut in the team's preseason finale Wednesday, Aug. 29....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) made his debut in the team's preseason finale Wednesday, Aug. 29.
• 8/26 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Hope Phil Costa can practice Monday: Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett said C Phil Costa (back) is starting to feel better and the team is hoping he can take...[+] part in practice Monday, Aug. 27. Costa worked out before the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 25, and did not have any problems.
• 8/26 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Hope Phil Costa can practice Monday: Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett said C Phil Costa (back) is starting to feel better and the team is hoping he can take...[+] part in practice Monday, Aug. 27. Costa worked out before the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 25, and did not have any problems.
• 8/21 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa likely out the rest of the week : Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) did not practice Tuesday, Aug. 21, and is not expected to practice Wednesday, Aug. 22. Costa...[+] is also expected to miss the Cowboys' preseason game Saturday, Aug. 25, against the St. Louis Rams.
• 8/20 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa expected back this week Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is expected to return to practice this week....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is expected to return to practice this week.
• 8/16 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa to sit out practice this weekDallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) will not participate in practice this week because of a strained lower back....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) will not participate in practice this week because of a strained lower back.
• 8/15 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa expected back at practice WednesdayDallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is expected to return to practice Wednesday, Aug. 15....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is expected to return to practice Wednesday, Aug. 15.
• 8/12 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa not expected to miss much time: Updating a previous report, Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) underwent an MRI on his back Saturday, Aug. 11, but it not reveal...[+] substantial damage. He will not play in the preseason game Monday, Aug. 13, but will not miss extended time.
• 8/11 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa undergoing tests on backDallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is undergoing tests on his lower back Saturday, Aug. 11....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (back) is undergoing tests on his lower back Saturday, Aug. 11.
• 8/11 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | David Arkin could start at C Monday : Dallas Cowboys OG David Arkin could start at center in the team's preseason game Monday, Aug. 13, in place of C Phil Costa (back)....[+]
• 8/8 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Not panicking despite C problems: Dallas Cowboys OLs David Arkin and Harland Gunn struggled with their snaps so much in practice Tuesday, Aug. 7, that head coach...[+] Jason Garrett had to insert C Phil Costa to work with the third team just so the unit could run plays. Still, executive vice president Stephen Jones downplayed any fears in the event Costa goes down with an injury. 'Center? We feel like we are going to be fine there,' Jones said. 'Arkin, I've noticed days he's had a little problem with the snaps. At some point, we will put the ball in (OG Mackenzy) Bernadeau's hands. He's (played center) before. It's not totally foreign to him.'
• 8/2 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Several seeing time at center: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa, OG Harland Gunn and OG David Arkin have seen time at center during training camp. All three need...[+] time to improve at the position, but the team is not expected to look for a veteran center at this point.
• 8/2 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa struggling in practice : Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa has struggled to make blocks on the second level and pushed back in the pocket during practice. It's...[+] clear Costa has trouble handling bigger defensive linemen.

• 7/26 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa not a shoe-in: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa is projected as the team's starting center, but he could be pushed by C Bill Nagy in training camp...[+] and the preseason.

• 6/22 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Phil Costa to enter camp as starter: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa will enter training camp as the starting center but will have to compete with Cs Bill Nagy and Kevin...[+] Kowalski for the job.

• 3/28 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Three could compete for center jobDallas Cowboys Cs Phil Costa and Kevin Kowalski and OG Bill Nagy could be candidates to start at center this season....[+] Dallas Cowboys Cs Phil Costa and Kevin Kowalski and OG Bill Nagy could be candidates to start at center this season.

• 12/16 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Five questionable: Dallas Cowboys C Phil Costa (concussion), CB Mike Jenkins (shoulder), OG Kyle Kosier (foot), S Danny McCray (ankle) and LB DeMarcus...[+] Ware (neck) were limited in practice Friday, Dec. 16, and are questionable for Week 15.
• 12/13 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Kevin Kowalski likely to start in Week 15 Dallas Cowboys C Kevin Kowalski will likely start in the team's Week 15 game in place of OL Phil Costa (concussion)....[+] Dallas Cowboys C Kevin Kowalski will likely start in the team's Week 15 game in place of OL Phil Costa (concussion).

• 4/26 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Several players show up: Dallas Cowboys QB Stephen McGee, OT Sam Young, OG Phil Costa, FB Chris Gronkowski and WR Miles Austin arrived at the team's complex...[+] Tuesday, April 26, but were not allowed to work out.

• 2/21 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Cowboys | Like Phil Costa but needs more seasoning: The Dallas Cowboys like what they see in OL Phil Costa but believe he needs at least one more year of seasoning before can be...[+] considered for a starting spot, reports Tim MacMahon, of ESPNDallas.com.

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