The Dallas Cowboys have welcomed back Ezekiel Elliott after eight years with the team. He was drafted as the fourth overall pick in 2016 and has been a crucial part of the team’s success ever since. However, questions remain about his abilities to perform at a high level after multiple seasons of greatness.
During training camp in 2019, Elliott held out and there were signs that his burst had diminished when he faced the first level of defense. Last season, his average yards per carry dropped to just under 3.5, which added to concerns about his performance. Despite these concerns, Elliott remains the potential RB1 for the team and will face competition from Rico Dowdle.
While Elliott’s return may be an exciting story for Cowboys fans, it remains to be seen whether it will actually improve the team’s performance. With expectations of going all in for the season, the Cowboys are relying on Elliott to deliver a strong performance and turn back the clock to 2022. Only time will tell if Elliott can rise to the occasion and elevate the team to success.