“Davis got the night off Friday in the preseason finale, leaving just one job open between Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah. Mafah getting the majority of the work Friday told me the coaching staff was giving him one last run at winning a job, but he came up short to Blue in the end.”

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source indicates that Mafah has 'done nothing to sway opinions' in the preseason, suggesting he has not made a compelling case for a roster spot over the established running backs.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Blogging The Boys

The source states that Mafah has 'done nothing to sway opinions' in the preseason, suggesting he has not made a compelling case for a roster spot over the incumbents.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mafah was the more productive runner in the preseason finale against the Saints, receiving primary work alongside Israel Abanikanda; however, his roster status remains uncertain as Dallas must decide whether to keep him on the 53-man roster given the team already carries four backfield players including fullback Hunter Luepke.

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PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026Blogging The Boys

Mafah was the more productive runner in the preseason finale against the Saints compared to Israel Abanikanda; the source raises the question of whether either will make the 53-man roster, but Mafah's superior production suggests better odds of roster retention.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back Phil Mafah received significant work in the Saints preseason game with 12 carries for 46 yards (3.8 yards per carry), running hard and getting a chance to showcase his abilities as the Cowboys evaluated their backup running back depth.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Blogging The Boys

Running back received the bulk of carries in game three with 12 carries for 46 yards (3.8 yards per carry), running hard throughout; the source indicates the Cowboys have settled on their first three running backs on the depth chart, with Javonte Williams held out and Malik Davis and Jaydon Blue inactive, suggesting Mafah has secured a roster spot ahead of Israel Abanikanda.

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PositiveNewsAug 29, 2026Zain Dhanani

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No Phil Mafah as the preseason game told us last night Malik Davis (do it all, do it right) with a sprinkle of Jaydon Blue is how the RB2 situation probably goes if Javonte were to miss time

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PositiveNewsAug 29, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Quick Cowboys Review: Cowboys rested all of their skill players that are projected to make the roster To me that means Phil Mafah is not making it and Malik Davis and Jaydon Blue are your RB2 & RB3 behind Javonte Williams

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NegativeUsageAug 29, 2026Blogging The Boys

Phil Mafah did a lot of the work on the Cowboys' first offensive possession, indicating early-game usage in the preseason finale.

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NegativeUsageAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Phil Mafah did a lot of the work on the Cowboys' first offensive possession in the preseason finale against New Orleans.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Canal Street Chronicles

Phil Mafah is competing for the RB2 role behind Javonte Williams alongside Malik Davis, Jaydon Blue, and Israel Abanikanda; Davis currently has the edge in the position battle.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Phil Mafah is competing for the RB2 role behind Javonte Williams alongside Jaydon Blue, Malik Davis, and Israel Abanikanda; Davis currently holds the edge in the competition.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Blogging The Boys

Moved from 2-for-3 pre-camp projections to 0-for-3 projection on the 53-man roster; significant decline in roster consensus.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Blogging The Boys

Mafah dropped from 2-of-3 July projections to likely practice squad candidate, representing a significant decline in roster standing heading into final cuts.

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NegativeBreakoutAug 27, 2026Blogging The Boys

Mafah is identified as a potential surprise 53-man roster candidate who brings a downhill, physical runner profile different from the rest of the Cowboys' RB room; he hasn't looked out of place when given chances, and could provide short-yardage ability and insurance behind Javonte Williams if Dallas decides to carry five running backs for depth and variety.

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