Jerry Jones addressed the Cowboys' injury situation and the first fixture. He was expressing sorrow over a season-ending hip injury to running back Malik Davis. Malik Davis is set for an operation and will be placed on injured reserve. The team's response was to sign Israel Abanikanda from the practice squad.
Jones shared an optimistic view on Tyler Smith returning early from injury. In the build-up against the Giants, Jones said he would settle for a one-point win. He mentioned excitement over seeing how the squad answers questions.