After Week 8, the Cowboys are currently placed second in the NFC East, just behind the undefeated Eagles, with six wins and two losses. Last week, the unavailability of star running back Ezekiel Elliott created a sense of uncertainty among the fans. However, his backup, Tony Pollard made sure that next time fans won’t have second thoughts about his arrival. Even Jerry Jones was pretty impressed by his performance. However, the Billionaire doesn’t want to break the ongoing rhythm.

With splendid gameplay, the Dak Prescott-led side registered a thumping 49-29 victory over the Chicago Bears. This high-scoring thriller saw Tony Pollard utilizing the opportunity to exhibit his skills.

All thanks to the No 1 prospect, Ezekiel Elliott, getting sidelined due to a knee injury. He was placed on the injured list, and head coach Mike McCarthy called his availability questionable.

Likewise, the Memphis product, Tony Pollard, got the opportunity to make his fourth career start. He surprised the fanbase with three touchdowns in a single game. He totaled 131 rushing yards and recorded 9.4 yards on average. This performance made the fans and celebrities watching the game rethink the utilization of this prospect.

His annual payout is quite less compared to Elliott, who takes away more than $12 million home. As a result, playing as a backup restricts his usage on the field. Fans were convinced and started asking the management to replace him in place of Elliott. However, the Cowboys’ commander, Jerry Jones wants his prime weapon Elliot in the squad. At the same time, he praised the young talent for his gameplay.

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“I think Tony answered, visibly, what most thought and that is that he’s an outstanding weapon to win football games with, to be trite. He can do it, and he can do it at this level, consistently. But, yes I expect Zeke back against Green Bay” Jones said in a recent interview ahead of the Packers matchup this week.

Jerry Jones praises Ezekiel Elliot

The Cowboys are preparing for a blockbuster game in Week 9. Facing the Aaron Rodgers-led side would be a challenge; however, Jones need not worry because the Cowboys are equally stuffed with great talents. Especially at the running back position.

After the Bears game, fans started cheering for Pollard above the long-time No 1 prospect Ezekiel Elliot. However, the Billionaire quashed all the rumors of a potential replacement claiming the veteran to be the best option.

“Zeke’s ability to punish, Zeke’s ability to deliver, Zeke’s ability, what he does for us in pass protection, and, frankly, Zeke’s ability to make big plays are there, and we’re going to go as Zeke goes,” Jones said after the Bears game.

“I really mean, he’s that integral to our success this year,” he added. The half of the 2022 season is gone, and the upcoming weeks shall prove crucial for their playoff aspirations. It will be interesting to see how much the team utilizes Tony Pollard in this period. Do you want to see Pollard again on the ground?

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