Dallas Cowboys helmet (Photo via Getty Images)
The Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers are set to square off on “Sunday Night Football” for their Week 8 matchup. However, Dallas could be without their leading rusher, Rico Dowdle.
Just hours before kickoff, a report states that Dowdle is now questionable after arriving at the stadium with an illness.
This could be a huge blow to the Cowboys’ offensive game plan, as the 49ers give up an average of 112.9 rushing yards per game.
Also Read: Former Dallas Cowboys Players Destroy Owner Jerry Jones For Strange Business Decision That Keeps Damaging Their Super Bowl Hopes
It would leave Ezekiel Elliot, Dalvin Cook, and Deuce Vaugh as the only running backs on the roster.
Elliot is the only one who has over 100 rushing yards on the season at 115.
Click on ‘Follow Us’ and get notified of the most viral NFL stories via Google!Follow Us
Rico Dowdle Was Supposed To Get More Time In Week 8
During the week, the Cowboys coaching staff clarified that they would lean on Dowdle more going forward.
“He definitely needs to touch the ball more, without a doubt,” head coach Mike McCarthy said.
During his first six games of the year, Dowdle has only had 59 attempts, equalling less than 10 per game.
News
Cheryl Cole & Will.i.am Deliver an Unforgettable Performance of ‘3 Words’ Live on Cheryl’s Night In!
During a spectacular evening on Cheryl Cole’s Night In, Cheryl Cole and her longtime collaborator, Will.i.am, lit up the stage with a high-energy, unforgettable live performance of “3 Words”….
Amy Dowden INVITES Strictly CO-STAR to MOVE IN with her after DEVASTATING BLOW.
Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden is making room in her home for her fellow dancer Carlos Gu as they gear up for the reborn UK tour. The 34-year-old, with…
Rod Stewart gave his son an unforgettable birthday surprise with a hilarious £20 “Rud Stewart” tribute act. As the tribute artist, resembling a cheeky version of the rock legend himself, took to the stage with exaggerated moves and playful antics, the audience erupted in laughter. The room buzzed with excitement as the humorous impersonation had everyone in stitches, making it clear that the joy of the moment was infectious. Even Rod himself couldn’t hold back his laughter, thoroughly enjoying the funny tribute. It was a night of light-hearted fun, filled with the kind of unexpected surprises only a family celebration could bring.
Rod Stewart surprises son with hilarious £20 ‘Rud Stewart’ tribute act for birthday Only Rod Stewart would gift his son a £20 personalised video… from a tribute…
Dylan Dreyer shared an emotional post about finally achieving her lifelong dream.
In an exciting new development, Dylan Dreyer, beloved *Today* show meteorologist, has shared a long-awaited announcement that marks a new chapter in her career and personal life….
Coleen Nolan shouted, “Don’t touch me!” leaving Ruth Langsford stunned after Ruth’s ‘unintentional physical contact’ with Coleen – What caused Coleen to instinctively fear her co-host?
In a shocking moment that took *Loose Women* viewers by surprise, Coleen Nolan dramatically snapped at her co-host Ruth Langsford with a sharp “don’t touch me!” after…
Russell Wilson Announces Devastating Personal Loss Following First-Round Playoff Exit
Russell Wilson (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) Russell Wilson is going through something very difficult at the moment, having lost his longtime pet. The veteran quarterback has started…
End of content
No more pages to load
