1.   Oiler coach Jeff Fisher will not announce his starter until just before kickoff.

2.   Oilers coach Jack Pardee lists Carlson, who did not wear pads to practice Wednesday, as questionable to play against the Cowboys.

3.   Oilers coach Ron Low asked.

4.   Oilers coach Craig MacTavish admitted he was surprised by the matchup.

5.   Oilers coach Jeff Fisher said he would decide after practice Wednesday at Trinity University.