Tyler Goodson will stay in the Dallas Cowboys organization as a practice-squad running back, giving the team added depth after Malik Davis was injured. Dallas waived Israel Abanikanda before placing Goodson on the practice squad. The move followed the release of 2025 draft picks Phil Mafah and Jaydon Blue near the end of training camp.
Goodson spent camp with the Atlanta Falcons and led them with 92 rushing yards during the preseason. He also broke a 49-yard touchdown run. In three NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, he gained 264 yards and scored once on 54 carries. He added 19 receptions for 103 yards and another touchdown.
Falcons running back Bijan Robinson told Blogging The Boys’ RJ Ochoa that Goodson is an elite player who can cut across the field, catch passes and fill several offensive roles. Robinson said he wanted Goodson to stay in Atlanta. Goodson’s speed and receiving skills provide another backfield option, though Heavy.com reported that his opportunities to play may be limited as roster insurance.
Dallas is preparing for its second game against the Washington Commanders after opening with a loss to the New York Giants. The Cowboys ran for fewer than 100 yards in that game, with Javonte Williams producing 41.
