Cowboys claim RB Emari Demercado off waivers from Chiefs

Move comes as teams finalize 2026 opening rosters.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 311 min read

Cowboys claimed RB Emari Demercado off waivers from the Chiefs. Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Dallas added Demercado during the NFL’s final preseason roster shuffle.

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Why it matters: The move gives the Cowboys another running back option entering the 2026 season.

What to watch: Dallas’ updated roster will clarify Demercado’s role heading into the opener.

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