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Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17
Cowboys Re-Sign RB Israel Abanikanda
The Dallas Cowboys announced they have re-signed RB Israel Abanikanda to the practice squad. Abanikanda was cut from the active roster following Week 1.
The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks who have thrown the second-most touchdowns for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?
Dallas Cowboys News / Viral Sports News / September 16
Dallas Cowboys Terminate Contract of Former TD Leader
The Dallas Cowboys waived running back Israel Abanikanda on Tuesday, Sept. 15, clearing a 53-man roster spot for Tyler Goodson, whom they signed off the Atlanta Falcons’ practice squad, via the NFL transaction wire.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15
Cowboys Waive RB Israel Abanikanda
The Dallas Cowboys announced they have waived RB Israel Abanikanda. The Cowboys also officially announced they have signed RB Tyler Goodson to the active roster from the Falcons’ practice squad.
Dallas Cowboys News / Cowboys.news / September 13
Cowboys roster moves: Malik Davis lands on IR as Dallas promotes Israel Abanikanda
The Dallas Cowboys placed backup running back Malik Davis on injured reserve Saturday after he sustained a hip injury in practice, the team announced. Davis underwent surgery on the hip the same day and was not designated for return, ending his 2026 season before it began.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 12
Cowboys Place Malik Davis On IR, Promote Israel Abanikanda
FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys placed running back Malik Davis on injured reserve Saturday and signed running back Israel Abanikanda to the active roster from the practice squad, one day before the season opener at the New York Giants.
Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / September 12
Cowboys RB suffers season-ending injury just days before season opener
The Dallas Cowboys lost their backup running back two days before Sunday night’s season opener.
Dallas Cowboys News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11
Cowboys RB will miss time with a 'pretty serious' injury
The Dallas Cowboys are already dealing with injury concerns ahead of Week 1, and this one is at the running back position.
Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 30
Cowboys Waive Israel Abanikanda After Cutting Jaydon Blue, Phil Mafah
FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are waiving running back Israel Abanikanda, ESPN’s Todd Archer reported Sunday, citing a source. Archer posted the move at 3:17 p.m.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / December 1
New Cowboys RB Israel Abanikanda's jersey number revealed at first practice
The Dallas Cowboys made some roster moves over the weekend, and there was one addition that had fans buzzing. Dallas signed running back Israel Abanikanda to the practice squad to add further depth at the position.
Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / December 1
Abanikanda’s Arrival Raises Stakes for Jaydon Blue in Dallas
The Dallas Cowboys may have strengthened their backfield by signing Israel Abanikanda, a player the Cowboys had in high regard in the 2023 NFL Draft. The move happened at a pivotal point in the season.
Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / December 4
Abanikanda’s Arrival Raises Stakes for Jaydon Blue in Dallas
The Dallas Cowboys may have strengthened their backfield by signing Israel Abanikanda, a player the Cowboys had in high regard in the 2023 NFL Draft. The move happened at a pivotal point in the season.
Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 30
Cowboys Designate CB Trevon Diggs To Return, Sign RB Israel Abanikanda To PS
The Cowboys announced on Sunday that they have designated CB Trevon Diggs to return from injured reserve. The team also signed RB Israel Abanikanda to their practice squad.
Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30, 2025
Cardinals Tried Out Four RBs, Including Israel Abanikanda
Per the wire, the Cardinals tried out RB Israel Abanikanda, RB Jermar Jefferson, RB Montrell Johnson, and RB Michael Wiley. Abanikanda, 23, attended Abraham Lincoln High School in Brooklyn, New York, and was a First-Team All-American at Pittsburgh University in 2022.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22, 2025
Colts Worked Out Three Running Backs
The Indianapolis Colts brought in three free agent running backs on Monday including Israel Abanikanda, Raheem Blackshear and Damien Martinez. Abanikanda, 22, attended Abraham Lincoln High School in Brooklyn, New York, and was a First-Team All-American at Pittsburgh University in 2022.
Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 8, 2025
Packers Replace Israel Abanikanda on Practice Squad With Speedster
During training camp, the Green Bay Packers released running backs Israel Abanikanda and Amar Johnson, opting to keep Abanikanda on the practice squad over Johnson, a speedster from South Dakota State.
Nottingham Forest News / Green Bay Packers on SI / August 9, 2025
Israel Abanikanda and 12 Packers Players You Should Watch vs. Jets
When the Green Bay Packers face the New York Jets in Saturday night’s preseason game, one Packers player will see some familiar faces on the other sideline.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 25, 2025
Packers make sneaky move by grabbing 49ers castoff who could make things interesting in key offensive room
The Green Bay Packers are adding one extra offensive piece to the roster. On Friday, the team claimed running back Israel Abanikanda off waivers from the San Francisco 49ers.
Nottingham Forest News / Green Bay Packers on SI / July 25, 2025
Packers Claim Record-Setting Running Back Off Waivers
The Green Bay Packers have claimed running back Israel Abanikanda off waivers, his agent, Shawn O’Gorman, told Packers On SI on Friday. He was released by the 49ers on Thursday.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 25, 2025
Packers Claim RB Israel Abanikanda Off Waivers From 49ers
According to Aaron Wilson, the Packers claimed RB Israel Abanikanda off waivers from the 49ers on Friday. Abanikanda, 22, attended Abraham Lincoln High School in Brooklyn, New York, and was a First-Team All-American at Pittsburgh University in 2022.
NFL News / Field Level Media / December 3, 2024
49ers claim RB Israel Abanikanda off waivers from Jets
The San Francisco 49ers claimed running back Israel Abanikanda off waivers from the New York Jets on Tuesday, one day after placing running backs Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason on injured reserve.
NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / December 2, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals Should Claim Recently Released Running Back Israel Abanikanda
The Jets released second-year running back Israel Abanikanda on Monday. The Bengals should absolutely put a waiver claim in on the 22-year-old. Abanikanda is a second-year running back out of Pittsburgh.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 3, 2024
Three offseason moves the Jets must make
After filling a number of needs this offseason, the Jets should be firmly in the mix for a playoff spot in 2024, but there's still work to be done to get there.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15, 2023
Steelers should bring home former Pitt star if he's cut by Jets
A former Pitt star has been impressive through the first two games of the preseason, but if he finds himself forced out of a crowded running back room, the Steelers should bring him home.
New York Jets News / Yardbarker / August 14, 2023
Jets rookie running back's strong performance should take Dalvin Cook off their radar
Jets rookie running back Israel Abanikanda should take the team out of the Dalvin Cook sweepstakes after a strong performance against the Carolina Panthers in New York's 27-0 preseason win.
Pittsburgh Panthers News / Yardbarker / July 26, 2023
Former Pitt star showing out for Jets during training camp
The University of Pittsburgh may soon have another star in the NFL as one of its former players is already making plays during the beginning stages of his first training camp.
Pittsburgh Panthers News / Yardbarker / March 30, 2023
Browns should draft Pitt pro day star
The 20-year-old could be a steal. He ranks as Pro Football Focus' No. 170 overall player on its big board and would be a perfect addition for the Browns, who have eight selections between picks No. 74 and 229.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 8, 2022
Pitt RB Israel Abanikanda breaks school's single-game rushing record with 320 yards
Abanikanda averaged a ridiculous 8.9 yards per carry against Virginia Tech, rushing for 320 yards and six touchdowns off 36 carries.
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