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Draft Film Review: Cowboys RB Darius Jackson

The Cowboys running back carousel seemed to finally stop turning when the franchise decided to draft Ohio State stud Ezekiel Elliott with the 4th overall selection of this years draft. Following the addition of Alfred Morris, drafting Zeke added another formidable back to an already crowded position group. Then, in the sixth round, the Cowboys added yet another running back by selecting Eastern Michigan Eagles speedster Darius Jackson. Though the addition of a second running back in one draft class, especially considering the quality of back which was added in the first round, raised some questions and concerns among fans, Jackson could actually have an impact as a Cowboy. Darius Jackson is a zone-blocking type of running back who brings a good mix of power and speed.

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Written by: Kevin Brady

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Fantasy Football: Is Ezekiel Elliott a First Round Pick?

The Dallas Cowboys drafted Ezekiel Elliott with the fourth overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft in hopes of recreating their 2014 success. Tony Romo, Dez Bryant, and mainly DeMarco Murray led the Cowboys to a divisional title and a trip to the NFC Divisional playoffs with a … Read more

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Written by: Sean Martin

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Ezekiel Elliott Leads Rookie Jersey Sales

Ezekiel Elliott LOVES being a Dallas Cowboy, and Cowboys Nation LOVES to have him here! The fourth overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft has had his jersey number for some time now, and as of today has also stepped onto the practice field for the first time! As the excitement builds for his NFL debut, fans have been grabbing Zeke’s #21 jersey at a record pace. In fact, the running back has sold more jerseys than any rookie so far! Behind Elliott in second for jersey sales is Eagles QB Carson Wentz, followed by the Rams #1 overall pick Jared Goff – the QB out of California.

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Written by: Sean Martin

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Ezekiel Elliott Dominates Preliminary Madden Rookie Ratings

Ezekiel Elliott is the shiny new toy for the Dallas Cowboys,  and their prized possession following a 4-12 season that led to Elliott’s selection with the fourth overall pick. You can read all about our excitement for Elliott right here (seriously, follow that link to be thrown into a world where Ezekiel Elliott dominates with the Cowboys and everything is right). However, this article is here to talk about a certain virtual version of Zeke Elliott. EA Sports has begun ranking this rookie draft class through Madden NFL’s Ultimate Team. Without even factoring in the run blocking grades (or any other grades) for the Cowboys offensive line, it already appears that Elliott will do more than make Giants, Eagles, and Redskins fans throw a remote on Sundays.

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Written by: Sean Martin

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Former Cowboys RB Tashard Choice Joins Coaching Staff

The Dallas Cowboys have added former running back Tashard Choice to their coaching staff. Choice, who was with the team from 2008-2011, will work under current running backs coach Gary Brown as the assistant. While Choice did not have a ton of success in Dallas following his selection in the fourth round of the 2008 NFL draft, he picked a good time to rejoin the team in his new capacity. The Cowboys current running back depth chart is as good as it gets from around the league, with Ezekiel Elliott now joining the likes of Darren McFadden and Alfred Morris. Zeke Elliott is expected to do great things in Dallas as soon as he steps onto the field.

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Written by: Sean Martin

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Cowboys Running Backs: Who’s In? Who’s Out?

The Dallas Cowboys are going to be faced with a difficult decision when it comes to evaluating the running back position and deciding who’s in and who’s out. One of the most surprising selections for the Cowboys in the 2016 NFL Draft was when the organization decided to draft Eastern Michigan’s Darius Jackson in the six round, especially after making running back Ezekiel Elliott the 4th overall pick. If you would have asked me before the draft what position the Cowboys were most likely to double dip in I would’ve probably answered either defensive end or cornerback, but never in my wildest dreams would I have thought the Cowboys would use two of their nine draft picks on running backs. The running back position will be one to keep an eye on throughout the rest of the off-season and it will be interesting to see what the Cowboys ultimately decide to do with all of these RBs. Let’s take a look at the depth chart and try to predict who stays and who goes.

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Written by: Brian Martin

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Emmitt Smith Shows High Praise for Ezekiel Elliott

They say you can’t draft a running back in the top 5 anymore. They say the Cowboys offensive line is good enough for any back to run behind. They say Ezekiel Elliott is the most complete running back to come out of college and enter the draft in recent memory, and his services will now be employed to the Dallas Cowboys as they selected Zeke with the fourth overall pick last night. The Cowboys pick last night should have Cowboys Nation jumping for joy, as Ezekiel Elliott will instantly provide a significant boost to the entire team. Click here to read about just how much of an impact the newest Dallas Cowboy could have.

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Written by: Sean Martin

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Emmitt Smith Shows High Praise for Ezekiel Elliott

They say you can’t draft a running back in the top 5 anymore. They say the Cowboys offensive line is good enough for any back to run behind. They say Ezekiel Elliott is the most complete running back to come out of college and enter the draft in recent memory, and his services will now be employed to the Dallas Cowboys as they selected Zeke with the fourth overall pick last night. The Cowboys pick last night should have Cowboys Nation jumping for joy, as Ezekiel Elliott will instantly provide a significant boost to the entire team. Click here to read about just how much of an impact the newest Dallas Cowboy could have.

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Written by: Sean Martin

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Cowboys Running Back Carousel Stops At Ezekiel Elliott

The greatest running back in the history of the National Football League, Emmitt Smith, played for the Dallas Cowboys. A fellow Pro Football Hall of Fame running back, Tony Dorsett, preceded Emmitt as the ball carrier for America’s Team. This is a team with a rich history when it comes to running backs. For a long time all Dallas Cowboys fans have been able to hang their hat on regarding the running back position – is history. In the Tony Romo era, which current Cowboys fans know very well, we’ve had the likes of Julius Jones, Marion Barber III, Tashard Choice, Phillip Tanner, Felix Jones, and DeMarco Murray tote the rock.

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Written by: RJ Ochoa

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Cowboys Running Back Carousel Stops At Ezekiel Elliott

The greatest running back in the history of the National Football League, Emmitt Smith, played for the Dallas Cowboys. A fellow Pro Football Hall of Fame running back, Tony Dorsett, preceded Emmitt as the ball carrier for America’s Team. This is a team with a rich history when it comes to running backs. For a long time all Dallas Cowboys fans have been able to hang their hat on regarding the running back position – is history. In the Tony Romo era, which current Cowboys fans know very well, we’ve had the likes of Julius Jones, Marion Barber III, Tashard Choice, Phillip Tanner, Felix Jones, and DeMarco Murray tote the rock.

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Written by: RJ Ochoa

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