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Dallas Cowboys place running back Malik Davis on injured reserve

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 7:23 PM

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Dallas Cowboys place running back Malik Davis on injured reserve
Summary

The Dallas Cowboys moved running back Malik Davis to the Reserve/Injured list on Saturday, September 12. Davis sustained a hip injury during a team practice session that will force him to miss a minimum of four weeks. His placement on the list mandates a stay of at least one month before he is eligible to return to the active roster. In his absence, Emari Demercado is expected to move into the backup role behind Javonte Williams. Williams is projected to handle the primary share of carries for the Cowboys' backfield during the coming weeks. The move shifts the team's depth chart at the position immediately.

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Status Watch
  • •Malik Davis moved to Reserve/Injured list on September 12.
  • •The injury to his hip occurred during a team practice.
  • •Davis must miss at least four weeks of play.
  • •Emari Demercado takes over as the No. 2 running back.
  • •Javonte Williams remains the primary running back option.
Latest Updates
  • 7:23 PMYahoo Sports — Malik Davis set to miss 2026 season
  • 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys place RB Malik Davis on injured reserve
  • 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Malik Davis placed on Injured Reserve
  • 7:24 AMNBCSports.com — Malik Davis (hip) to have surgery, land on IR - NBC Sports
What they're saying
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As expected, Cowboys running back Malik Davis will miss some time with a hip injury suffered at practice on Friday.

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Cowboys RB Malik Davis placed on Injured Reserve after injury at practice

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Cowboys RB Malik Davis to miss season after undergoing hip surgery

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