Malik Davis carted off practice field on Friday
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Key Points:
- Cowboys running back Malik Davis is facing a serious injury, with reports suggesting his 2026 season may be over; the team is expected to place him on injured reserve soon.
- With Davis sidelined, Emari Demercado is now the primary backup behind starter Javonte Williams, while Israel Abanikanda remains on the practice squad.
- Jaydon Blue, a 2025 fifth-round pick who struggled in his rookie season, was waived by the Cowboys and has since joined the Eagles' practice squad; his future with Dallas appears uncertain despite some preseason promise.
- During the preseason, Davis had shown potential as the Cowboys' No. 2 running back, but competition from Blue and others indicated a possible committee approach if Williams were unavailable.
- The Cowboys have made recent roster moves in the running back position, including waiving Phil Mafah and Jaydon Blue, while evaluating players like Demercado and Anabanikanda for depth behind Williams.
