The Dallas Cowboys are facing uncertainty regarding the future of running backs Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah after they were cut from the roster. Coach Brian Schottenheimer noted that several roster decisions were challenging, particularly at the running back position, where the team decided to retain Javonte Williams, Malik Davis, and Hunter Luepke.
Following the cuts, the Cowboys claimed running back Emari Demercado off waivers from Kansas City. Schottenheimer highlighted Demercado's special teams capabilities and his previous connection with offensive coordinator Klayton Adams as key factors in the decision to acquire him.
When asked about the potential return of Blue and Mafah to the practice squad, Schottenheimer stated that there were no guarantees. He mentioned, "We said to both those guys that we weren't sure that we were," indicating the team's indecision regarding their future.
The Cowboys have signed 13 players to the practice squad, which includes running back Israel Abanikanda. The NFL allows teams to carry up to 16 players on the practice squad, with an exemption for 17 if they have a player in the International Player Pathway program, which applies to defensive tackle Dayo Odeleye.
