Running Backs Are On The Move

The top free agents running backs, Dalvin Cook and Ezekiel Elliot, have both found their landing spots for the upcoming season. Elliot inked a one year deal with the Patriots while Cook signed with AFC East rival, New York Jets. Both backs came off a injury riddled 2022 season and are looking for a opportunity to bounce back. In his lasy year as a Viking, Cook rushed for 1,173 yards while punching in 8 touchdowns. Minnesota is putting their full trust in 4th year running back, Alexander Maddison. In Elliot's last year for the Cowboys, he was able to rush for 876 yards while recording 12 touchdowns on the ground. Similarly to the situation in Minnesota, the Cowboys are relying on young running back Tony Pollard. The Cowboys spit the carries between their running backs and used Elliot for power carries. Pollard served as the more elusive back as he was able to rush for 1,000 yards and punch in 9 touchdowns. For both Elliot and Cook, a change of scenerio should help elevate their career and boost their confidence.