Jerry Jones has spoken about the Cowboys' injury situation and the first fixture. He was lamenting a season-ending hip injury to running back Malik Davis. Malik Davis will have surgery and will move to injured reserve. The team's response was to sign Israel Abanikanda off the practice squad.
Jones also offered an optimistic view on Tyler Smith coming back ahead of schedule. Before the game against the Giants, Jones wanted a one-point win. He also felt excitement at discovering what the team is made of.