The Dallas Cowboys have long been a symbol of powerhouse running in the NFL, from the glory days of Emmitt Smith to the robust performances of DeMarco Murray and Ezekiel Elliott. However, the winds of change are sweeping through the Dallas Cowboys’ strategy as they prepare for the 2024 season under the guidance of head coach Mike McCarthy.

He definitely puts you on guard because he’s old school. He’ll go up and smack a 60-year-old man on the (butt), and it hurts.”

Zeke, Rico Dowdle and Malik Davis are the main runners heading into camp, though Dallas might not be done searching for another running back.

Ezekiel Elliott got a ton of carries during his first stint with the Dallas Cowboys, particularly early in his career. But now that he’s back with the team after one season with the New England Patriots,

Even if he turns in the same modest totals from last year, Zeke would gain ground on several NFL and Cowboys legends in some key stats.

Since the days of Emmitt Smith, the Dallas Cowboys offense has typically centered around one feature running back. It's been a hallmark trait for Dallas under t