Who Should I Start? Malik Davis or Emari Demercado


Week 4 Projections

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0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

Malik Davis News

Malik Davis to Undergo Hip Surgery

Friday, September 11, 6:00 PM

Dallas Cowboys running back Malik Davis (hip) is scheduled to undergo hip surgery on Saturday, according to Todd Archer of ESPN. Davis injured his hip during Friday's practice, and it appears to be significant enough to require surgery. The 27-year-old will be placed on the Injured Reserve, and he'll miss the first four games of the season. Davis was slated to be the No. 2 back behind Javonte Williams to begin the season. Now, Emari Demercado will slide into the role unless the Cowboys make another move ahead of the Week 1 matchup against the New York Giants. Fantasy managers who had Davis rostered might want to turn their attention towards Demercado as a handcuff option behind Williams.


Week 4 Projections

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1.7 8.8 0.0 0.3 2.0 0.0

Emari Demercado News

Emari Demercado Inactive Against Ravens

Sunday, September 27, 11:03 AM

Dallas Cowboys running back Emari Demercado (undisclosed) is listed as inactive for his team's Week 3 rumble against the Baltimore Ravens, the team reported on Sunday via the X platform. The 27-year-old back has five carries for 15 yards with no touchdowns so far in 2026. His absence puts the focus squarely on Javonte Williams to lead Dallas' ground game.


Malik Davis vs. Emari Demercado

Still trying to decide between Davis and Demercado? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Malik Davis is projected to score 0.0 points this week while Emari Demercado is projected to score 1.7 points.