Malik Davis (hip) to have surgery, land on IR
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Key Points:
- Cowboys running back Malik Davis is dealing with a serious hip injury and is expected to be placed on injured reserve soon, leaving the team thin at the backup running back position.
- The Cowboys waived running backs Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah last month; Blue has since joined the Eagles' practice squad, while Emari Demercado remains on Dallas' active roster behind Javonte Williams.
- Davis' injury could prompt the Cowboys to re-sign either Blue or Mafah, both familiar with the team's system, to bolster their running back depth.
- Jaydon Blue, a 2025 fifth-round pick, has struggled to secure a significant role with Dallas despite early optimism, and his future with the team appears uncertain.
- Malik Davis had been the presumed No. 2 back, but recent preseason action saw Phil Mafah receiving more carries, indicating competition for backup duties behind Javonte Williams.
