Jerry Jones has spoken about the Cowboys' injury news and the opening game. He was mourning 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 off the practice squad.
Jones also offered an optimistic view on Tyler Smith coming back ahead of schedule. In the build-up against the Giants, Jones said he would settle for a one-point win. He added excitement over seeing how the squad answers questions.