The Dallas Cowboys are still looking for a new running back, and they might find one in the Houston Texans. The writer suggests that Dameon Pierce could be a good option for the Cowboys, despite his decreased value.
On March 17, David Howman, a writer for Blogging the Boys, recommended Pierce as a potential trade target. Howman acknowledges that Pierce's reputation has declined, but believes he is still a valuable option. Howman explained that the Cowboys have considered some free agent running backs, but trading for Pierce could be a better choice. He believes Pierce's playing style fits well with the Cowboys' offense, and that they could secure him for a reasonable price. Securing a young and talented RB at such a price is something that teams in need of a running back like the Cowboys cannot afford to pass up.
The article estimates that the Cowboys have only $4 million in cap space, so saving money is crucial. [Joe] Mixon Dameon Pierce joined the NFL with the Texans.
According to Spotrac Pro Football Reference
, in 2022 Pierce had 939 rushing yards and four touchdowns in 13 games. He also had 30 receptions for 165 yards and another touchdown.
That's an impressive start for a rookie, but his performance declined in his second year. Another Texans RB, C.J. Stroud Devin Singletary
, became the preferred choice in 2023, and Pierce's usage and production decreased significantly. Pierce ran for 416 yards and two touchdowns in 14 games during his second season. Although this is not ideal, the positive aspect is that Pierce hasn't been overused in the past two years. Foror any other team interested in him, he is still young at 24 and has plenty of potential.
Besides signing LB Eric Kendricks, the Cowboys have not acquired any free agents. Although the team doesn't have many gaps to fill in the roster , positions like RB and defensive line still need attention.
CBS Sports analyst the Cowboys Garrett Podell
, critiqued the team's nonchalant approach.
Podell believes that the team's lack of action during the start of free agency is detrimental, preventing them from making crucial transactions, including re-signing some key players and finding a new running back to replace Pollard. Kendricks is a promising addition, but it's uncertain if the Cowboys will address other positions in free agency.may have to wait for the NFL draft to see if more reinforcements are coming.
The Dallas Cowboys are still looking for their next running back, and they might find the answer from the Houston Texans. Garrett Podell, the approach is the definition of “nonchalant.”
“This inactivity indicates the Cowboys front office doesn’t mind not being able to make many moves at the start of free agency… This nonchalant attitude only hurts the team and precludes them from re-signing eight-time Pro Bowl left tackle Tyron Smith, five-time Pro Bowl cornerback Stephon Gilmore and a running back to replace Pollard among other critical transactions,” Podell wrote.
Kendricks is an exciting addition, but there’s no clear sign that the Cowboys will address other spots in free agency. Dallas fans may have to wait for the NFL draft in order to see what other reinforcements are coming in.
