Blogging The Boys on Israel Abanikanda

Article3 position battles to watch in the Cowboys preseason finaleAugust 27, 2026

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As for Abanikanda, he too has had a good training camp and has shown not only his speed in practices but the strength to keep the chains moving with his power and willingness to finish runs.

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Abanikanda's training camp performance and power running style position him well against Mafah.

Running back competing with Phil Mafah for a potential fourth roster spot behind Javonte Williams. Has had a good training camp and demonstrated both speed in practices and the strength to keep chains moving with power and willingness to finish runs. Expected to split reps with Mafah in the second half of the preseason finale for a final push to make the team.