The rookie campaign for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott was spectacular. Look for his second year in the league to be even more spectacular as Zeke may have an increased role on offense.
In an article for ESPN.com, Todd Archer broke down how the Cowboys could utilize the former Buckeye hero in a half shirt. In 2016, Elliott rushed for 1,631 yards on 322 carries and scored on 15 of those touches. However, Zeke only caught the ball 32 times for 363 yards and scored only once.
While the Cowboys didn’t need Elliott to be the go-to guy on every play, that will change heading into this season, as America’s Team lost third-down rusher Lance Dunbar to the Los Angeles Rams.