{"id":28246,"date":"2025-02-24T01:22:42","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T01:22:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=28246"},"modified":"2025-02-24T01:22:42","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T01:22:42","slug":"major-threat-cowboys-at-risk-of-losing-nfl-free-agencys-no-1-running-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usatoday.azontree.com\/?p=28246","title":{"rendered":"MAJOR THREAT: Cowboys at Risk of Losing NFL Free Agency\u2019s \u2018No. 1 Running Back\u2019!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"m-detail-header--dek\">Some have predicted the Dallas Cowboys to find a new starting running back this offseason, but Rico Dowdle remains a more than viable option ahead of free agency.<\/div>\n<div class=\"m-detail-header--flexbox\">\n<div class=\"m-detail-header--meta\">\n<div class=\"m-description--list\">\n<p>The\u00a0Dallas Cowboys&#8217; offense faces some interesting changes this offseason. A shuffle on the coaching staff saw Brian Schottenheimer supplant\u00a0Mike McCarthy\u00a0as head coach and playcaller in hopes of bringing a revival on both sides.<\/p>\n<p>Schottenheimer brings a shift in philosophy from his predecessor with an emphasis on physicality. His new assistant coaches have echoed those same sentiments.<\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--body-item m-detail--body-item-inline\">\n<figure class=\"l-inline tml-image m-detail--tml-image--inline\"><a><picture class=\"is-loaded\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.webp 380w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.webp 620w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.webp 700w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.jpg 380w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.jpg 620w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"m-detail--tml-image m-image\" src=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/t_share\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.webp\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" alt=\"Rico Dowdle\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" data-src=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjExNzUxMjc0NjEyMjcxMDgw\/rico-dowdle.jpg\" \/><\/picture><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<p class=\"tml-image--attribution\">Bill Streicher-Imagn Images<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"m-in-content-ad-row l-inline mm-in-content-ad-row--in-content not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-0\">\n<div class=\"m-in-content-ad not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-0\" data-zone-count=\"4\">\n<div class=\"not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d m-in-content-ad is-loaded\">\n<div id=\"ad-in_content-0aa8e757721341a5975cecf5d5f77211\" data-google-query-id=\"CKjrtYCS24sDFZnJFgUdpZ0FLw\" data-ad-size=\"640x200\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_2__container__\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_2\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"3rd party ad content\" src=\"https:\/\/7b50a5a5ea3d1ec29d209952cacd8efe.safeframe.googlesyndication.com\/safeframe\/1-0-41\/html\/container.html\" name=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"200\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation\" data-is-safeframe=\"true\" aria-label=\"Advertisement\" data-google-container-id=\"3\" data-load-complete=\"true\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>This determination to create a more physical Cowboys offense will likely rely on a rushing offense that will need significant improvement. Change exists in this area as well, namely with Zack Martin&#8217;s retirement creating a hole on the offensive line.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, Dallas will need a running back to execute these changes on the field. That circumstance itself remains one of the biggest questions of the Cowboys&#8217; offseason.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"m-in-content-ad-row l-inline mm-in-content-ad-row--in-content not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-1\">\n<div class=\"m-in-content-ad not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-1\" data-zone-count=\"4\">\n<div class=\"not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d m-in-content-ad is-loaded\">\n<div id=\"ad-in_content-dedd0b190fe34a30a5d1ec18531dd3aa\" data-google-query-id=\"CNnY0I6S24sDFfjLFgUdhGYmTg\" data-ad-size=\"adhesion\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_6__container__\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_6\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"3rd party ad content\" src=\"https:\/\/7b50a5a5ea3d1ec29d209952cacd8efe.safeframe.googlesyndication.com\/safeframe\/1-0-41\/html\/container.html\" name=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation\" data-is-safeframe=\"true\" aria-label=\"Advertisement\" data-google-container-id=\"7\" data-load-complete=\"true\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>For weeks, analysts and mock drafts have keyed on the Cowboys picking up prized prospect Ashton Jeanty with the No. 12 overall pick or selecting their next starter with a pick used on day two or three of the\u00a0NFL Draft.<\/p>\n<p>All this excitement and chatter discounts a potential solution that is already a known commodity in the\u00a0NFL. Despite a lackluster season overall for Dallas&#8217; offense, Rico Dowdle found a way to shine in the backfield once he got the opportunity to get the necessary and meaningful reps.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"m-in-content-ad-row l-inline mm-in-content-ad-row--in-content not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-2\">\n<div class=\"m-in-content-ad not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-2\" data-zone-count=\"4\">\n<div class=\"not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d m-in-content-ad is-loaded\">\n<div id=\"ad-in_content-07d60d7869134164962b3a723056196e\" data-google-query-id=\"CNrY0I6S24sDFfjLFgUdhGYmTg\" data-ad-size=\"adhesion\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_7__container__\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_7\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"3rd party ad content\" src=\"https:\/\/7b50a5a5ea3d1ec29d209952cacd8efe.safeframe.googlesyndication.com\/safeframe\/1-0-41\/html\/container.html\" name=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation\" data-is-safeframe=\"true\" aria-label=\"Advertisement\" data-google-container-id=\"8\" data-load-complete=\"true\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>However, Dowdle is set to be a free agent and will command attention from other teams that have a need at the position, have cap space to spend, or both.<\/p>\n<p>In fact,\u00a0CBS Sports\u00a0has him ranked No. 1 among this year&#8217;s class of free-agent running backs.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Given his age and lower career volume, Dowdle has the potential to provide the most prime years of any running back on the open market this year. He&#8217;s a violent, downhill runner whose vision and pass-catching ability continue to improve with more reps.&#8221;<\/p>\n<aside class=\"m-in-content-ad-row l-inline mm-in-content-ad-row--in-content not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-3\">\n<div class=\"m-in-content-ad not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d\" data-ad-group=\"in_content-3\" data-zone-count=\"4\">\n<div class=\"not-size-a not-size-b not-size-d m-in-content-ad is-loaded\">\n<div id=\"ad-in_content-83323213080844e68ac59676a4c0a2a5\" data-google-query-id=\"CNvY0I6S24sDFfjLFgUdhGYmTg\" data-ad-size=\"adhesion\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_8__container__\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/88059007\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys_8\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"3rd party ad content\" src=\"https:\/\/7b50a5a5ea3d1ec29d209952cacd8efe.safeframe.googlesyndication.com\/safeframe\/1-0-41\/html\/container.html\" name=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation\" data-is-safeframe=\"true\" aria-label=\"Advertisement\" data-google-container-id=\"9\" data-load-complete=\"true\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>His low career usage combined with some impressive tape from this season make him an attractive target. So why would the Cowboys let him walk?<\/p>\n<p>In a perfect world, bringing back Dowdle on a team-friendly deal and pairing him with a back coming out of college would immediately solve any backfield concerns for the Cowboys.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-embed-card--list\"><\/div>\n<p>Dowdle may want a true No. 1 role regardless of the money and if the Cowboys are not providing such a situation that may spell the end of his tenure in Dallas.<\/p>\n<p>The situation itself is still pretty murky and by no means is a Dowdle return out of the question. But as the excitement of change stirs in the offseason, it is important to remember the Cowboys may already have a quality piece on their side ready to step in again.<\/p>\n<p>Bringing him back will be up to them, but free agency&#8217;s &#8220;No. 1 running back&#8221; will be in high demand.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-embed-card--list\">\n<div class=\"m-card--media\"><a class=\"m-card--image-link\" tabindex=\"-1\" href=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/nfl\/dallas-cowboys\/dallas-cowboys-free-agency-offensive-line-options-zack-martin-retirement\" rel=\"\"><picture class=\"is-loaded\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/ar_16:9%2Cc_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_faces:center%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_220\/MjEyOTk2MjcyODg4NDg5NjAw\/zack-martin-and-jerry-jones.webp 220w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/ar_16:9%2Cc_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_faces:center%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320\/MjEyOTk2MjcyODg4NDg5NjAw\/zack-martin-and-jerry-jones.webp 320w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/ar_16:9%2Cc_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_faces:center%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_640\/MjEyOTk2MjcyODg4NDg5NjAw\/zack-martin-and-jerry-jones.webp 640w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"220px\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/ar_16:9%2Cc_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cg_faces:center%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_220\/MjEyOTk2MjcyODg4NDg5NjAw\/zack-martin-and-jerry-jones.jpg 220w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/ar_16:9%2Cc_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cg_faces:center%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_320\/MjEyOTk2MjcyODg4NDg5NjAw\/zack-martin-and-jerry-jones.jpg 320w, https:\/\/athlonsports.com\/.image\/ar_16:9%2Cc_fill%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cg_faces:center%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_640\/MjEyOTk2MjcyODg4NDg5NjAw\/zack-martin-and-jerry-jones.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"220px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some have predicted the Dallas Cowboys to find a new starting running back this offseason, but Rico Dowdle remains a more than viable option ahead of free&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":28250,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28246","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hot-news","category-nfl"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>MAJOR THREAT: Cowboys at Risk of Losing NFL Free Agency\u2019s \u2018No. 1 Running Back\u2019! 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