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Article4 biggest questions facing the coaching staff after preseason finaleAugust 29, 2026

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Abanikanda had a costly fumble.

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Abanikanda's costly fumble clouds his 53-man roster outlook.

Abanikanda received primary work in the preseason finale against the Saints but had a costly fumble; his roster status is uncertain as Dallas must decide whether to keep him on the 53-man roster, with the sense that if both he and Mafah are waived, the team feels comfortable reclaiming at least one via waivers.

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Signed off practice squad; becomes third RB after Davis injury.

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Abanikanda promoted to active roster as Malik Davis replacement; ready to contribute.

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Abanikanda elevated to active roster; Demercado expected to lead backfield work

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Abanikanda on Cowboys practice squad; only ex-Jet retained.

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Israel Abanikanda elevated from practice squad to fill Malik Davis's roster spot.

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Signed to active roster from practice squad following Malik Davis' IR placement. Community treats him as a depth piece with minimal fantasy relevance...

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