Cowboys running back Malik Davis sustains injury during Friday practice session
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Dallas Cowboys running back Malik Davis was carted off the field during a team practice session on Friday. The injury occurs ahead of the team's scheduled game against the Giants this Sunday night. The team has not yet released specific information regarding the nature or severity of the injury, though an official report is expected later today. Davis currently serves as the primary backup to running back Javonte Williams. His status for the season opener remains uncertain pending the final evaluation by team staff. The roster also includes Emari Demercado, who joined the club off waivers on August 31. Additionally, the organization holds Israel Abanikanda on the practice squad as a potential roster adjustment option if Davis is unable to play.
- •Malik Davis was carted off the practice field on Friday.
- •The Cowboys play the Giants on Sunday night.
- •Davis is the second-string running back behind Javonte Williams.
- •Emari Demercado and Israel Abanikanda remain available as alternative options.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Cowboys RB carted off practice field with injury; Week 1 status in doubt
- 7:22 PMYahoo Sports — RB Malik Davis carted off at Cowboys practice
"Malik Davis impressed during camp, enough to win the RB2 job over Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah. Now his Week 1 status is in doubt after a Friday injury.
"The Cowboys may need to pivot to a new plan for their offensive backfield ahead of Sunday night's game against the Giants.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 7:33 PMReport: Cowboys RB carted off practice field with injury; Week 1 status in doubt
Malik Davis impressed during camp, enough to win the RB2 job over Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah. Now his Week 1 status is in doubt after a Friday injury.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 7:22 PMRB Malik Davis carted off at Cowboys practice
The Cowboys may need to pivot to a new plan for their offensive backfield ahead of Sunday night's game against the Giants.
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