“That's true, because while the Cowboys couldn't overcome postseason stumbling in Elliott's first stretch in Dallas, they won a lot of regular-season games together leading up to the former No. 4 overall pick. , and has won numerous awards.”
He may not be the person he was in 2016, but that doesn't mean he can't still be valuable considering what the Cowboys are trying to do next season, especially considering the rebuilding of the offensive line.
“When I turned on the tape, I saw him running power-gap schemes, inside-outside zone, assisting in pass protection, all of which show he still has the ability.” McCray talked about Elliott's 2023 film. “By adding this player to this roster, we're adding a player who loves soccer, who wants to win here, who wants to be here, and we're adding to the roster not only from a playing ability, but from a leadership standpoint. ”
He will rejoin a running back room without Tony Pollard, who is currently with the Tennessee Titans, but will still have a familiar face in Rico Doodle, his de facto complement. Elliott will then be tasked with helping the young stable of backs take individual steps in their careers.
In Dallas, it will be a group effort, with Elliott leading the charge.
“I don't think the running back position in this day and age is what it used to be, where one guy is the lead back and the other guys fill that role,” McCray said. “It's by committee, and we're really excited to see what he adds to the group, as well as the rest of the work.” [that we’ve added] in addition. ”
Other players include first-round pick Tyler Guyton and third-round pick Cooper Beebe, both of whom are expected to be opening day starters, as well as seventh-round pick Nathan Thomas. , adding three very capable players to a depleted offensive line.
If all goes well, Elliott could be back for a ninth year, and everyone in the building is hoping for that.
