Jerry Jones addressed the Cowboys' injury update 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 from the practice squad.

Jones also offered an optimistic view on Tyler Smith returning early from injury. In the build-up against the Giants, Jones wanted a one-point win. He added excitement at discovering what the team is made of.