Gridiron Core
NFL · 2026
Israel Abanikanda
Cowboys· #25· Practice Squad

IsraelAbanikanda

Running Back

  • 5'10"
  • 217 lbs
  • Age 24
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2026 SeasonNo games yet

Player Info

Position
Running Back
Height
5'10"
Weight
217 lbs
Age
24
Born
October 5, 2002 · Brooklyn, NY
College
Pittsburgh
Experience
3rd Season

Contract Details

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$2.3MTotal Value
2YearsDuration
$1.1MAvg. Annual
2026 – 2027Contract Years
$1.1M2026 Salary

Veteran contract · free agent 2028via ESPN

Draft Info

2023Draft Year
Round 5Round
Pick 143Overall
PittsburghCollegeNYJDrafted By

Season Stats

2026 Regular Season
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Career Stats

Full career
SeasonGamesAttYdsAvgTD
2023622703.20
Total622703.20

Fantasy Outlook

2026 Projection
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No weekly scoring

Abanikanda has been on and off the Cowboys' practice squad of late. He was signed to the active roster ahead of the 28-20 loss to the Giants in Week 1, though he didn't make an appearance before being waived Tuesday. There's a chance Abanikanda could suit up for the Cowboys again this season, but he's not expected to be much of a contributor.

Recent Games

Game log
DateOpponentAttYdsRecTDFpts
No games played this season

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Injury Status

HealthyNo injury designation