Overview

• ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported the team will place Mafah on IR with a plan for an in-season return rather than a season-ending stint.
• The seventh-round pick injured his shoulder in the final preseason game against the Falcons and must miss at least the first four regular-season games.
• Under NFL rules allowing two pre-cut IR designations to return, Mafah would be eligible to be activated in Week 5.
• Mafah logged 15 carries for 59 yards and a touchdown in the preseason, drawing praise for his power and receiving ability.
• His absence reshapes the contest for a fourth running back spot behind Javonte Williams, Miles Sanders and Jaydon Blue, with Deuce Vaughn and Malik Davis vying to stick.