Dallas has gone and cut multiple running backs, leaving their roster depth at the position looking seriously thin as the final squad takes shape. Jerry Jones and the front office just opened up a major question mark on offense, waving goodbye to Jaydon Blue, Phil Mafah, and Israel Abanikanda. It means they are down to a seriously bare cupboard, with only a few rushers left on the team. This isn’t just about making cuts; it’s about what happens next.
The Running Back Room Is Looking Dicey
So, who’s actually left in the running back room? You’ve got Javonte Williams, Malik Davis, and Hunter Luepke. That’s it. Williams is the guy, no doubt about it. He signed a huge three-year, $24 million deal in the offseason and absolutely went off last year, setting career highs with 1,201 yards and 11 touchdowns. He’s the unquestioned starter, which is great. The problem? Williams has a history of battling injuries. It’s a real concern, and it leaves you wondering: what happens if he goes down?
If Williams misses time, your next man up is Malik Davis. He showed some flashes last season, yeah, but let’s be real, he’s far from a bellcow back. He’s not someone you build an entire run game around for an extended period. Then there’s Hunter Luepke. He’s on the roster, sure, but he’s more of a fullback, a pass protection specialist, or a piece in a jumbo package. Dallas is never going to put their offensive hopes squarely on Luepke’s shoulders. This whole situation screams that Dallas needs more than just these guys. They need at least one, if not more, solid options at running back to have any kind of security.
What’s The Plan, Dallas?
So, what’s the front office going to do here? ESPN’s Todd Archer floated the idea that Dallas might bring back some of their waived players as practice squad call-ups for game day. Think about it: they just cut Israel Abanikanda, and now they might have to rely on guys like Jaydon Blue, who, let’s be honest, made bigger headlines for wearing Louis Vuitton cleats at practice than for anything he did on the field. That doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, does it?
Dallas has some serious work to do. They can either dig into the pool of available free agents like Kareem Hunt, Raheem Mostert, or Antonio Gibson, all of whom have a history of production. Or, they can try to stash some of those waived players on the practice squad and hope for the best. The other option? Just cross your fingers and pray for Javonte Williams to have another incredible, completely healthy season. Dallas fans must be holding their breath, hoping Williams stays upright and delivers. This roster is definitely looking like it needs an immediate upgrade to avoid some real headaches down the line.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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