Malik Davis will miss Dallas’ season opener against the New York Giants after a hip injury during Friday practice. He was removed from the field by cart, and further evaluations were planned.
ESPN’s Todd Archer reported that Davis would not be available against New York, while Jeremy Fowler later cited a source describing the injury as “bad” and said the Cowboys were preparing for an extended absence. The timetable remains unknown.
Davis had emerged as a potential backfield contributor after carrying 12 times for 68 yards, a 5.7-yard average, during the preseason. He also scored a receiving touchdown.
Javonte Williams is expected to continue as Dallas’ top running back. In 16 starts during the 2025 season, Williams ran for 1,201 yards and 11 touchdowns on 252 carries. He added 35 receptions for 137 yards and two receiving scores.
Emari Demercado could see increased duties behind Williams. Dallas claimed him on Sept. 1 after he was waived by the Kansas City Chiefs. In three seasons with the Arizona Cardinals, Demercado recorded 819 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 126 carries, plus 50 catches for 324 yards and one receiving touchdown.
