Dallas Cowboys finalize roster as potential practice squad candidates emerge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 1:48 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys have officially set their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season following the league-wide deadline. Management opted to carry six wide receivers, including undrafted free agent Camden Brown, while retaining six safeties and three running backs. On the defensive side, the team stashed fourth-round pick Devin Moore while maintaining a limited linebacker corps. With over 1,000 players becoming available across the league between Friday and Sunday, the organization is currently evaluating potential additions for its 17-man practice squad. Projections for the practice squad focus on players who were present during the team's training camp. Notable candidates identified for these spots include running backs Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah, tight end Michael Trigg, and defensive end Adedayo Odeleye.
- •The Cowboys trimmed the roster to 53 players ahead of the league deadline.
- •The team retained six wide receivers and six safeties.
- •Fourth-round draft pick Devin Moore earned a spot on the initial roster.
- •Seventeen players are expected to be signed to the practice squad.
- •Practice squad candidates include Jaydon Blue, Phil Mafah, and Michael Trigg.
- 1:48 PMYahoo Sports — Predicting Cowboys 17-man practice squad
"A look at who we believe will make up the Cowboys 2026 practice squad.
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