The Dallas Cowboys just hit running back Emari Demercado with the waiver wire for the second time this season, a move announced Tuesday that makes you wonder what their plan is at that position. This latest cut comes after Dallas initially claimed Demercado off waivers from the Chiefs way back on August 31, only to waive him the first time on October 8. Talk about a revolving door, huh?
Demercado’s Dallas Stint Was Short and Sweet… Mostly Short.
Look, the guy did not get much of a chance to prove himself in Dallas. In his two appearances for the Cowboys, Demercado ran the ball just five times for a grand total of 15 yards. That is not exactly setting the world on fire, and it clearly was not enough to keep him on the roster for long. Before landing in Dallas, Demercado had a much more active role with the Cardinals. Over three seasons and 40 games in Arizona from 2023-24, he piled up 131 carries for 834 yards and three touchdowns. He also showed some receiving chops, hauling in 50 passes for 324 yards and another score. He even played for current Cowboys offensive coordinator Klayton Adams during his time with the Cardinals. But that past production clearly did not translate, or at least, he did not get the opportunity to make it translate in Dallas.
Injured Reserve Returns Pushing Roster Moves
So, why the swift and repeated moves? It looks like Dallas is clearing some space, likely anticipating the return of key players. Outside linebacker Marist Liufau and safety P.J. Locke are both nearing a return from injured reserve. Getting those guys back on the field will be huge for Dallas, especially on the defensive side of the ball. It seems Demercado was just a placeholder while they waited for their regular contributors to get healthy. The Cowboys also officially cut tight end D.J. Rogers from injured reserve, further emphasizing their commitment to getting healthy players back and shaping their active roster.
Dallas is making its moves, trying to fine-tune their roster as the season progresses. With Liufau and Locke on the cusp of returning, this waiver move for Demercado signals a belief in their recovering talent. Now we wait to see how those defensive pieces impact the Cowboys’ form moving forward.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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