Jerry Jones addressed the Cowboys' injury update and the first fixture. He was expressing sorrow over a season-ending hip injury to running back Malik Davis. Malik Davis will have surgery and will go on injured reserve. The team's response was to sign Israel Abanikanda out of the practice squad.

Jones gave an optimistic view on Tyler Smith making a swift recovery. Before the game against the Giants, Jones said he would settle for a one-point win. He also felt excitement at discovering what the team is made of.