Dallas Cowboys Named Among Top Landing Spots for Commanders RB
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When it comes to the Dallas Cowboys' roster makeup, the running back position has long been an area of improvement. Though they addressed this need in the offseason, they've recently been linked to the latest player to hit the trade market.
For years now, Dallas has been in search of a dynamic backfield threat to man the position. In free agency, they decided to roll the dice on Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders. Both have had success as starters in the past, and now will attempt to provide a boost to the Cowboys' backfield.
While Williams and Sanders could emerge as viable options, the Cowboys should still be surveying the running back market in search of a possible long-term option in the backfield.
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Cowboys named as possible landing spot for running back Brian Robinson Jr.
Brian Robinson Jr. #8 of the Washington Commanders lines up during an NFL Football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on January 18, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
Brian Robinson Jr. #8 of the Washington Commanders lines up during an NFL Football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on January 18, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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On Sunday evening, reports emerged that the Washington Commanders are listening to offers for running back Brian Robinson. Heading into a contract year, they appear willing to part with the former third-round pick at the right price.
Following this news, Bleacher Report's Doric Sam put together a list of possible landing spots for the Commanders' RB. Among those mentioned was the Cowboys.
"Dallas has been searching for an heir to the mantle once owned by Ezekiel Elliott for quite some time, so the team should be motivated to pursue Robinson," Sam wrote. "A strong run game would go a long way toward balancing an offense predicated on the passing attack led by star quarterback Dak Prescott and receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens. The Commanders likely would have a high price tag for the Cowboys if they come calling, but Robinson has shown enough promise to prove that he's worth the cost."
Also read: Dallas Cowboys Executive Raves About WR George Pickens
In his first three years in the NFL, Robinson has shown flashes of being a productive dual-threat back. Across 14 games for the Commanders last season, he racked up just shy of 1,000 scrimmage yards (799 rushing, 159 receiving).
Also, having just turned 26 back in March, Robinson still has a decent runway in terms of his career moving forward.
Getting a division rival to part with a strong complementary piece is a tall task. Nonetheless, the Cowboys should still consider doing their due diligence on Robinson amid the latest developments.
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