The Dallas Cowboys have been in the news recently due to the departure of star running back Ezekiel Elliott. With Elliott now gone, the Cowboys are looking to reestablish their leadership role in the NFL and have turned to veteran running back Tony Pollard to help fill the void.
Pollard, a fourth-round pick in 2019, has shown flashes of potential in his two seasons with the Cowboys. He has been a reliable backup to Elliott, rushing for over 500 yards and four touchdowns in 2020. He has also been a key contributor on special teams, returning kickoffs for an average of 25.3 yards per return.
Now, with Elliott gone, the Cowboys are looking to Pollard to take on a larger role in the offense. He is expected to be the team’s primary ball carrier in 2021 and will be counted on to provide a spark in the running game. He has the speed and agility to be an effective runner and is also a capable receiver out of the backfield.
The Cowboys are hoping that Pollard can help them reestablish their leadership role in the NFL. He has the potential to be an effective starter and could help the team return to its winning ways. It will be interesting to see how he performs in 2021 and if he can help the Cowboys reclaim their place atop the NFC East.
