Blogging The Boys on Phil Mafah
From the article
Mafah finished the preseason with 13 carries for 61 yards and a touchdown, averaging 4.7 yards per carry... the coaching staff ultimately decided that other backs offered more immediate value and reliability.
STACKED’s take
Mafah's 4.7 YPC and TD preseason couldn't overcome Cowboys' preference for Davis and Demercado.
Released by Cowboys despite being drafted in seventh round in 2025 as RB2 candidate. His size and physical running style made him appealing complement to Javonte Williams. Preseason: 13 carries for 61 yards and 1 TD (4.7 YPC), with longest run of 15 yards for a score vs. Cardinals. While performance was solid, Mafah never completely forced Cowboys to make room; coaching staff decided other backs offered more immediate value and reliability. Cowboys kept Malik Davis and added Emari Demercado, while Israel Abanikanda earned practice squad spot. Mafah waived and not added to practice squad; seeking opportunity with another team for running back depth.
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