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Cowboys RB Malik Davis will miss time with a "pretty serious" hip injury

A serious hip injury sidelines Cowboys RB Malik Davis just days before season opener, sparking roster shuffles and trade chatter

By · Published September 14, 2026  19:18 UTC · Updated September 15, 2026  03:35 UTC

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Malik Davis’s hip injury was confirmed as season‑ending, leading the Cowboys to place him on injured reserve and schedule surgery. The team responded by signing RB Israel Abanikanda to the active roster and noting that the injury opened opportunities for Emari Demercado and other backfield options.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 9 distinct news outlets with 16 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 12.
  • Primary Driver: A serious hip injury sidelines Cowboys RB Malik Davis just days before season opener, sparking roster shuffles and trade chatter
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Dallas News called the injury season‑ending, underscoring the loss of a key playmaker just before the opener. NBC Sports reported that Davis will undergo surgery for the hip problem, while Yahoo Sports highlighted the situation as the worst‑case scenario for the team just one day before its season opener. The hip injury was labeled “pretty serious” in the team’s own statement, prompting immediate placement on IR. The decision to place him on IR was confirmed by both NBC Sports and Yahoo Sports.

Coverage diverges on the broader impact. Blogging The Boys and Yahoo Sports also reported that the Cowboys signed Israel Abanikanda from the practice squad to fill the void. Yahoo Sports also suggested the injury could affect interest in an Eagles pickup. What remains unclear is the exact recovery timeline for Davis’s hip and whether the trade speculation will materialize.

The Cowboys have not disclosed how long the surgery and rehab will keep him sidelined, nor have they confirmed any potential deals with the Saints or interest in the Eagles pickup mentioned by some outlets. Future roster moves, including potential elevations from the practice squad, are pending.

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Questions people are asking

What injury did Malik Davis sustain?

He suffered a hip injury described as “pretty serious,” leading to surgery and placement on injured reserve.

How did the Cowboys adjust their roster after the injury?

The team placed Davis on IR, signed RB Israel Abanikanda to the active roster, and indicated that Emari Demercado could see increased playing time.

Are there any trade rumors linked to the injury?

Some reports link the situation to potential trade discussions with the New Orleans Saints and note interest in an Eagles pickup, though no details have been confirmed.

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