The Dallas Cowboys' running back by committee approach has come to an end — coach Mike McCarthy told reporters that Rico Dowdle would be taking on lead back roles. "Definitely, you have to get him the ball.

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy indicated running back Rico Dowdle will shoulder a heavier load in the rushing attack. McCarthy described Dowdle

Reuniting with running back Ezekiel Elliott has looked like a waste for the Dallas Cowboys. On Thursday, Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed Rico Dowdle is now the lead running back and they're no longer using a committee.

Ezekiel Elliott did not travel with the Cowboys to Atlanta, as the team is disciplining the running back for his attendance issues in meetings.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones denied the idea the team is thinking with its heart instead of its head when it comes to running back Ezekiel Elliott.

On Tuesday, Jones appeared on 105.3 The Fan to discuss Elliott's return to Dallas thus far. According to Cowboys insider Jon Machota, the 82-year-old billionaire claims that the veteran runner is still bringing "positive things" to the table.

Looking for an infusion of energy, Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy said Thursday the team will move forward with Rico Dowdle as the lead running back over Ezekiel Elliott.