Jerry Jones addressed the Cowboys' injury news and the first fixture. He was mourning a season-ending hip injury to running back Malik Davis. Malik Davis needs a procedure and will be placed on injured reserve. The club's reaction was to sign Israel Abanikanda from the practice squad.
Jones also offered an optimistic view on Tyler Smith making a swift recovery. Ahead of the match against the Giants, Jones said he would settle for a one-point win. He added excitement at discovering what the team is made of.