Way too early Cowboys 53-man roster prediction (offense)

Dak Prescott is projected to remain the starting quarterback for the 2026 season. Joe Milton is currently projected as the only other quarterback on the 53-man roster and as the QB2 behind Prescott, despite limited and disappointing regular-season reps last season. The Cowboys signed veteran Sam Howell to a one-year, $2.5 million deal to create competition for the backup role. The running back group is expected to include familiar names, with Javonte Williams returning as the RB1. Malik Davis is projected to land on the practice squad. Phil Mafah is expected to work to earn a roster spot after spending most of the previous season on injured reserve. Jaydon Blue is also expected to compete for a larger role as a second-year back.

"One of the few positions that could look a little different in 2026 is the quarterback position. While Dak Prescott is cemented into the starting job for his 11th season, what the depth chart looks like behind him could be one of the top story lines on the offensive side of the ball this offseason."

"As of today, Joe Milton is predicted as the only other quarterback on the roster and the QB2 behind Prescott. Despite his disappointing play in limited regular season reps last season, Milton still has the traits you want to develop in a backup quarterback. The Cowboys signed veteran Sam Howell to a one-year, $2.5-million dollar deal this offseason to provide Milton with some tough offseason competition."

"The running back position in 2026 will feature all familiar faces. While Javonte Williams will return as the Cowboys RB1 (something he did not have at this time last year), how things play out behind him will be a story line this offseason. Despite impressing last season in limited work, Malik Davis is likely a guy to land on the practice squad as of today."

"The Cowboys have had high hopes for Phil Mafah, and after stashing him on IR for most of the 2025 season, they will likely want Mafah to earn his way onto the roster this offseason during training camp and preseason games. The same can be said for second-year back Jaydon Blue. Blue was projected to play a much larger role in his r"

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