Cowboys manager Mike McCarthy drops firm declaration on Cowboys’ RB1

Mike McCarthy Makes Firm Declaration on Cowboys’ RB1 Position

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy has made a strong statement regarding the team’s starting running back role, firmly asserting that Tony Pollard is the team’s undisputed RB1 heading into the 2024 season. McCarthy’s comments came during a press conference following the team’s recent training camp session, where he emphasized Pollard’s importance to the offense.

Pollard, who has seen his role increase over the past few seasons, earned the starting position after the departure of former RB1 Ezekiel Elliott. In 2023, Pollard delivered a career-high 1,007 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns, solidifying his reputation as one of the most dynamic backs in the league. Despite his success, there has been speculation about how the Cowboys might balance Pollard’s workload with the addition of backup running back Deuce Vaughn and veteran Rico Dowdle, but McCarthy was clear in his support of Pollard’s lead role.

“Tony is our guy,” McCarthy said. “He’s the one we’re leaning on to carry the load. He’s proven himself as a dynamic playmaker, and we’ll continue to build the offense around his strengths.”

Pollard’s versatility as both a runner and receiver out of the backfield gives the Cowboys flexibility in their offensive schemes. McCarthy pointed out that while the team will likely rotate other backs in certain situations, Pollard’s explosiveness makes him the clear centerpiece of the ground game.

With Pollard set to be the focal point of the offense, the Cowboys will look to build on his success to complement their aerial attack led by quarterback Dak Prescott. McCarthy’s commitment to Pollard underscores the team’s confidence in him as they prepare for a Super Bowl run in the 2024 season.

For now, Cowboys fans can expect Pollard to take on the lead role with a heavy workload, making him a key player to watch as the season unfolds.