FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys had to reset at running back eight years ago, when they drafted Ezekiel Elliott fourth overall and watched him lead the NFL in rushing twice in his first three seasons.
They won’t be drafting a running back that high in their first reset at the position since 2016, in part because they don’t have a pick until late in the first round April 25. Dallas is at No. 24.
Another part is the Cowboys aren’t so sure a dominant back is the way to go, particularly after Elliott’s expensive extension in 2019 was never matched by his production.
“You have complementary backs in this league,” executive vice president of personnel Stephen Jones said. “It’s become the norm. I see us not just fixing it with one player ... but more than one player.”
In 2016, the Cowboys were coming off a season in which they struggled to replace their lead back from the previous year.
Related articles:
Related suggestion:
RelegationSummer Movie Guide 2024: All the films coming to theaters and streamingOber stays hot, Santana homers to help Twins beat Angels 5Maxima's miniFreight train derailment, fire forces Interstate 40 closure near ArizonaArne Slot a step closer to Liverpool job as compensation deal reached with FeyenoordOregon's Sports Bra plans national expansion as interest boomsOrlando Pride and Kansas City Current remain undefeated in NWSLZendaya's racy Challengers threeJoey Ortiz homers, drives in 4 runs, including winner in the 11th inning, as Brewers top Yankees 7
1.456s , 6500.0078125 kb
Copyright © 2024 Powered by A reset at running back might look different for the Cowboys 8 years after drafting Ezekiel Elliott ,World Wave news portal