The Battle for the RB1 Spot: Ezekiel Elliott Returns to the Cowboys, but Will He Reclaim His Former Glory?

Ezekiel Elliott is returning to the Dallas Cowboys after a brief stint with the Patriots. He has been a part of the team for eight years, ever since he was drafted as the fourth overall pick in the draft. Despite his best season being his first one, questions remain about what he has left in the tank after multiple years of greatness. Like all running backs, the wear and tear of the game can take a toll on the body, causing them to slow down over time.

In 2019, after a training-camp holdout, there were already signs that Elliott’s burst was not what it used to be once he got past the first level of the defense. Last year, his average yards per carry dropped to just under 3.5. Despite these concerns, Elliott is returning to Dallas as the potential RB1 for the team. The Cowboys did not draft any new running backs, leaving Rico Dowdle as his main competition.

While Elliott’s return may make for a good story, the question remains whether it will actually make the Cowboys a better team. With expectations of going all in for the season, the team seems to be turning back