Jaydon Blue - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

In mix for backfield role Blue is competing with Malik Davis and Phil Mafah for No. 2 running back reps behind starter Javonte Williams at OTAs, Todd Archer of ESPN reports.

Impact Blue, a 2025 fifth-round pick, was a healthy scratch for 12 games as a rookie and only tallied 38 carries for 129 yards and one score across the five regular-season appearances he did log. Among those games was Dallas' regular-season finale against the Giants in Week 18, however, in which Blue stepped into the No. 1 role with both Williams and Davis sidelined, totaling 16 carries for 64 yards and his sole career score. Blue is undersized at 5-foot-9, 196 pounds, but he boasts 4.38-second 40 speed and could carve out a change-of-pace role behind Williams with a strong offseason.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jaydon Blue may be forcing his way into the Cowboys' plans after all After a disappointing rookie year, Jaydon Blue is reportedly earning the trust of the Cowboys' coaching staff this offseason.

MAY 11 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

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APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Mailbag: Is Dallas set at running back? Do you think Dallas is all set at the running back position? Javonte Williams had a solid year, but Jaydon Blue didn’t seem ready, and Phil...

APRIL 6 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue just got the lifeline he doesn't deserve Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer's plan for the running back position gives Jaydon Blue an unexpected lifeline.

MARCH 31 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

Next Man Up: Jaydon Blue has high upside, but needs consistency The Cowboys expected more consistency from Jaydon Blue in his rookie season, but given his growth in 2025, there's a chance he makes waves b...

MARCH 23 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

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FEBRUARY 7 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

Mailbag: Did Blue, Mafah show you enough? Did Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah show you enough in that final game to make you think they could be the two main running backs on next season'...

JANUARY 9 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Blue, Mafah both 'showcase' rookie RB talent in Cowboys' finale It was a quieter day for Phil Mafah, but he made his NFL debut count by joining Jaydon Blue in doing something the Cowboys have rarely seen...

JANUARY 5 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

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JANUARY 4 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

Caps poor rookie year on high note Blue rushed 16 times for 64 yards and a touchdown but wasn't targeted in the passing game during Sunday's 34-17 loss to the Giants.

Impact Blue spent most of his rookie season as a healthy inactive, but he took on the lead back role in the regular-season finale as the Cowboys played without Javonte Williams (shoulder) and Malik Davis (eye/calf). Blue made the most of his opportunity, scoring his first NFL touchdown on a 14-yard run in the first quarter. The 2025 fifth-round pick will try to carve out a larger role in his second NFL campaign after dressing for only five games as a rookie. Blue had 38 carries for 129 yards and one touchdown while catching his only target for five yards across those five appearances.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Why Jaydon Blue is playing so much as Cowboys' RB in Week 18 vs. Giants | Sporting News The rookie is finally getting his chance.

JANUARY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

In line to lead backfield Blue is set to lead the Cowboys backfield Sunday at the Giants with Javonte Williams (shoulder/neck) and Malik Davis (calf/eye) ruled out for the contest, Joseph Hoyt of The Dallas...

Impact A rookie fifth-round pick, Blue only suited up Weeks 5-8, when he combined for 22 carries for 65 yards and one catch (on one target) for five yards. Assuming he does lead the backfield Week 18, his competition for reps will be FB Hunter Luepke and potentially 2025 seventh-rounder Phil Mafah (shoulder), the latter of whom must be activated from IR on Saturday to have a chance to make his pro debut this weekend.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Why Cowboys' Jaydon Blue could be active Week 18 vs. Giants | Sporting News It's been a rocky season for the rookie.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Healthy scratch again Week 17 Blue (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against Washington, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Blue has fallen out of the Cowboys' running back rotation, as he hasn't played since Week 8. Dallas will carry just two running backs -- Javonte Williams and Malik Davis -- plus fullback Hunter Luepke into their Christmas Day matchup.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jerry Jones is officially watching a Cowboys draft pick go up in flames The Cowboys may need to eventually chalk up rookie running back Jaydon Blue as a possible wasted draft pick following his rookie year.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

Not playing Week 16 Blue (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Joe Hoyt of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Blue has not played since Week 8, and that trend will continue Sunday as the Cowboys go with Javonte Williams and Malik Davis as the two active running backs. The Cowboys were eliminated from playoff contention following the Eagles' 29-18 win over the Commanders on Saturday, so it's possible that Blue gets some run time during the final two games of the regular season.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch Week 15 Blue (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Impact The rookie fifth-rounder hasn't played since Week 8 against the Broncos, and his absence will extend to six games after being made inactive for Sunday night's contest. Blue is unlikely to play unless one of Javonte Williams or Malik Davis were to miss time.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains inactive for TNF Blue (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday night's contest against the Lions.

Impact Blue is once again a healthy scratch in Week 14, marking the fifth straight contest that the team has decided to make him unavailable. The running back has been limited to 22 carries for 65 yards and one catch for five yards over four contests this season. Blue remains behind Javonte Williams and Malik Davis on the Cowboys' depth chart.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 3, 2025 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

Inactive for Thursday's game Blue (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Chiefs, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Impact Blue has now been made a healthy scratch in four consecutive games, ever since he committed a fumble versus the Broncos in Week 8. In place of the rookie fifth-round pick, Malik Davis will continue to operate the No. 2 option behind workhorse starter Javonte Williams in Dallas' backfield.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy scratch again Blue (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Patrik Walker of the Cowboys' official site reports.

Impact The running back is now a healthy scratch for the third consecutive game. Blue has been the third running back on Dallas' depth chart since committing a fumble in Week 8, with Malik Davis taking his spot behind starter Javonte Williams. Blue has also gained just 65 yards on 22 carries this year.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive again for Week 11 Blue (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday night's game against the Raiders.

Impact Blue was active for the four games prior to Week 9, but he's once again a healthy inactive despite coming out of the bye week. Malik Davis is up as the Cowboys' RB2 behind Javonte Williams.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cowboys have made their stance on Jaydon Blue crystal clear Jaydon Blue is clearly in the Dallas Cowboys' doghouse, but he can't stay in there forever.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • THELANDRYHAT.COM

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