Although J.K Dobbins has taken the majority of the carries over the past few seasons, Ohio State running back Mike Weber is a productive and balanced running back. With Ezekiel Elliott not reporting to camp on time, Weber could play a surprisingly large role for the Cowboys this season. Much like Elliott, Weber can catch and protect the passer, but is best running the ball.
Early in the Oregon State game Weber took a handoff from now-Washington Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins inside the redzone. Weber showed excellent vision reading his lead blocker who kicks out the linebacker.