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The Cowboys passed on running back in the NFL draft. A reunion with Ezekiel Elliott might be next
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys passed on running back in the NFL draft after moving on from their starter each of the past two seasons. There was as much talk about one of those former Cowboys — two-time rushing champion Ezekiel Elliott — as there was any of the...
A reset at running back might look different for the Cowboys 8 years after drafting Ezekiel Elliott
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys had to reset at running back eight years ago, when they drafted Ezekiel Elliott fourth overall and watched him lead the NFL in rushing twice in his first three seasons. They won't be drafting a running back that high in their first reset at...
The Titans go into the NFL draft flexible at No. 7 with lots of needs to fill
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans have been among the league's biggest spenders in free agency, and they still won't be able to fill all the remaining holes with only seven selections in this NFL draft. Neither general manager Ran Carthon nor first-year head coach Brian...
Cowboys add veteran Royce Freeman, but running back remains a position of need in the draft
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys signed free agent running back Royce Freeman on Tuesday, a likely incremental move at a position of need going into next week's draft. The Cowboys have lost their lead back each of the past two offseasons. Two-time rushing champion Ezekiel...
NFL owners unanimously approve a rule that bans the hip-drop tackle
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The NFL is eliminating the hip-drop tackle. NFL team owners on Monday unanimously approved a rule that bans players from using a swivel technique to tackle an opponent. A violation will result in a 15-yard penalty and could ultimately result in...
