Jerry Jones has spoken about the Cowboys' injury situation and the first fixture. He was mourning a season-ending hip injury to running back Malik Davis. Malik Davis needs a procedure and will go on injured reserve. The front office's answer was to sign Israel Abanikanda out of the practice squad.
Jones gave an optimistic view on Tyler Smith making a swift recovery. Ahead of the match against the Giants, Jones expressed hope for a one-point win. He also felt excitement about learning the team's unknowns.