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Dallas Cowboys' defensive snaps

IRVING, Texas -- Orlando Scandrick, who was suspended by the NFL for two games after violating its substance-abuse policy, played 51 snaps in his debut this season.

He spent much of his time in the slot, while Morris Claiborne lined up outside and played 53 snaps.

With another full week of practice, you would expect Scandrick to start. That said, Claiborne will still be on the field quite a bit because teams use so many formations with three receivers.

Sterling Moore, who did a solid job while Scandrick was out, saw his playing time reduced to just two snaps. It'll be interesting to see if his playing time increases because Claiborne struggled against St. Louis, even if his interception clinched the win.

Rookie linebacker Anthony Hitchens, a fourth-round draft pick, started at middle linebacker and recorded 13 tackles in 75 plays.

Justin Durant and Rolando McClain could each return next week, reducing Hitchens' playing time. But he contributed a key stop on fourth down and made a diving pass deflection in the red zone.

Kyle Wilber is another linebacker who saw his playing time increase because of injuries. He played 46 snaps and recorded eight tackles.

J.J. Wilcox, 76

Anthony Hitchens, 75

Bruce Carter, 74

Barry Church, 73

Brandon Carr, 72

Morris Claiborne, 53

Nick Hayden, 52

Orlando Scandrick, 51

Jeremy Mincey, 50

Tyrone Crawford, 46

Kyle Wilber, 46

Henry Melton, 40

Terrell McClain, 38

George Selvie, 37

Ken Bishop, 21

Jack Crawford, 18

Jeff Heath, 3