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Malik Davis Out for Season | Dallas Cowboys News
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- Sep 12, 2026
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Summary
Malik Davis’s breakout season hit a brutal snag when he tore his hip during Friday’s practice, forcing immediate surgery and a stint on injured reserve—just as he was finally earning his role as the Cowboys’ No. 2 running back. Once an undrafted free agent who clawed his way into the lineup after years of waivers and re-signings, Davis had shown flashes of brilliance, including a 103-yard performance against Washington. His absence now leaves Javonte Williams carrying the load, with Emari Demercado stepping in as change-of-pace and Israel Abanikanda—already on the practice squad—promoted to fill the active roster spot. The Cowboys face a tough stretch without Davis, but his journey—from grinding through adversity to nearly securing a starting role—is a story that underscores how fragile progress can be in the NFL. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/104c3050cda31f88