Dallas Cowboys sign Tyler Goodson, waive Israel Abanikanda
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys signed running back Tyler Goodson off the Atlanta Falcons' practice squad on September 15. Goodson takes the 53-man roster spot previously held by Israel Abanikanda, who has been waived by the team. The move comes after the Cowboys lost Malik Davis to injury, prompting the addition of Goodson as a potential backup running back. Goodson is expected to have a limited role initially as he adjusts to the team's offense.
- •Tyler Goodson signed off Atlanta's practice squad.
- •Israel Abanikanda was waived by the Cowboys.
- •Dallas lost Malik Davis to injury.
- •Goodson likely takes over as No. 2 running back.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Dallas signs Tyler Goodson, cuts Israel Abanikanda
"Cowboys sign RB Tyler Goodson off ATL practice squad and waived RB Israel Abanikanda
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