# Phil Mafah

NFL running back. Position: **RB**. Team: **DAL (Dallas Cowboys)**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** RB
- **Team:** DAL (Dallas Cowboys)
- **Status:** Backup role, competing for RB2 snaps

## 2026 Outlook

Mafah sat out most of the 2025 season with a shoulder injury and is healthy heading into 2026. He's competing for the RB2 role behind starter Javonte Williams, with coaching staff viewing his size and physical running style as valuable to the backfield rotation. His opportunity to earn consistent snaps depends on how training camp competition unfolds against other candidates like Jaydon Blue (per Cowboys Headlines: Prescott's playoff goals, Mafah's chance to shine).

## Role / Depth Chart

Backup running back competing for consistent snaps behind Javonte Williams. Likely to split carries with other backups in a committee approach.

## Injury Status

Shoulder injury from 2025 season resolved. Healthy entering 2026 training camp.

## Recent News

- 2026-06-20 — Cowboys Headlines: Prescott's playoff goals, Mafah's chance to shine (Cowboys Headlines: Prescott's playoff goals, Mafah's chance to shine)

## Open Questions

- Will Mafah win the RB2 battle and earn consistent carries, or remain in a low-snap-count role?

## Sources

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