Dallas Cowboys waive running back Jaydon Blue as roster moves continue
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys are waiving running back Jaydon Blue as the organization trims its roster to 53 players ahead of the upcoming season. A 2025 fifth-round draft pick, Blue recorded 38 carries for 129 yards and one touchdown in five appearances last year. The decision arrives despite Blue expressing confidence earlier this summer regarding his readiness to contribute to the offense. The club is also reportedly waiving Phil Mafah, creating additional vacancies in the backfield. With Javonte Williams currently the primary option on the depth chart, the roster cuts may open an opportunity for Malik Davis. Additional personnel moves are expected as the team finalizes its active roster.
- •Dallas is waiving 2025 fifth-round pick Jaydon Blue.
- •Phil Mafah is also reportedly being released by the team.
- •Blue totaled 38 carries and one touchdown in five games last season.
- •The moves indicate Malik Davis may have an increased role on the roster.
- 7:40 PMNBCSports.com — Cowboys to waive 2025 fifth-rounder Jaydon Blue - NBC Sports
- 7:39 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys to waive 2025 fifth-rounder Jaydon Blue
"Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue said in June that he "didn’t start off like I should have" as a rookie last year, but that he felt ready to contribute to the Cowboys in 2026.
"Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue said in June that he "didn’t start off like I should have" as a rookie last year, but that he felt ready to contribute to the Cowboys in 2026.
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External links- NBCSports.comAug 30, 2026, 7:40 PMCowboys to waive 2025 fifth-rounder Jaydon Blue - NBC Sports
Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue said in June that he "didn’t start off like I should have" as a rookie last year, but that he felt ready to contribute to the Cowboys in 2026.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 7:39 PMCowboys to waive 2025 fifth-rounder Jaydon Blue
Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue said in June that he "didn’t start off like I should have" as a rookie last year, but that he felt ready to contribute to the Cowboys in 2026.
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