Comstock Resources Appoints New COO

Comstock Resources, Inc.

announced the promotion of Mark A. Williams to Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Williams, who has been with Comstock since 1996 and until his promotion served as Vice President of Operations, will oversee the Company's exploration, production and drilling operations. Two of Mr. Williams' key managers will become part of Comstock's executive management team. Gerry L. Blackshear has been named Vice President of Exploration and will oversee the Company's geologic and geoscience staff. Mr. Blackshear joined the Company in 2007. Blaine M. Stribling is being promoted to Vice President of Corporate Development and will oversee a team to identify and pursue new opportunities for Comstock. Mr. Stribling has been with the Company since 2007.