Mike McCarthy has finally named a true starting running back. After nine games, three wins and a miserable run game, McCarthy has deemed Rico Dowdle to be the lead back for the Dallas Cowboys moving forward.

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.

Jerry Jones has made some odd statements as of late, with his take on the sun glare getting a lot of attention. The Dallas Cowboys owner was also in the spot light for lashing out at radio hosts and reporters this season. As much as those conversations all raised eyebrows, nothing could have prepared us for his latest take on Ezekiel Elliott.