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Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard, set to enter free agency for the second consecutive year, faces an uncertain future with the team following a mixed showing in 2023. Despite being awarded a franchise-tag contract worth $10.1 million for one season last year, Pollard’s performance as the lead back after Ezekiel Elliott’s departure left much to be desired.
While Pollard managed to tally 1,005 rushing yards during the season, ranking 12th in the NFL, his average yards per carry dropped significantly to 4.0 from 5.2 the previous year. This decline has led to speculation that the Cowboys may seek another top-tier running back for the upcoming season.
Expressing his desire to remain with the Cowboys, Pollard emphasized the business aspect of the NFL and acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding his future. Despite his hopes, he remains realistic about the situation, knowing that anything could happen in the volatile world of professional football.
With the free-agency period still a month away, Pollard understands that it’s premature to draw conclusions. He plans to focus on training after the Super Bowl, aiming to regain full health following a leg injury sustained in the previous year’s playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
Reflecting on the disappointing end to the season with a blowout loss to the Green Bay Packers, Pollard admitted to turning away from the NFL since then, unable to bear witnessing his team’s uncharacteristic performance. Despite the setback, Pollard remains optimistic about the future and looks forward to watching the Super Bowl as he navigates the uncertain waters of free agency.