Cowboys take Elliott to round out star-studded offense

There's another set of triplets in Dallas.

The Cowboys selected Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott with the fourth overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft on Thursday.

Widely considered to be a generational talent at the position, Elliott joins the Cowboys as what may be the final piece to an already potent offensive attack.

An incredibly well-rounded and pro-ready skill set gives him the opportunity to step into a role as the featured back behind a dominant offensive line from day one.

In joining Tony Romo and Dez Bryant, Elliott's addition will, of course, draw comparisons to the trio of Hall of Fame playmakers that once led the franchise to multiple Super Bowl titles - Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irvin.

Ezekiel Elliott Bio

Position: RB
School: Ohio State
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-0
Weight: 225 lbs.

Strengths

• Has the raw talent and refined skills to be a foundational offensive piece.
• An instinctive runner with excellent vision to find the hole and hit it.
• Runs with ease, his feet always following his eyes, and cuts and weaves through defenders.
• Excellent balance and ability to bend.
• Breaks arm tackles and doesn't shy away from finishing runs with physicality. Falls forward at the point of contact.
• An adept receiver.
• Fairly advanced as a pass-protector.
• No ball-security issues.

Weaknesses

• Has more wear and tear on his body than might be expected of a 20-year-old junior.
• Finishing runs with physicality is commendable, but must learn how to better avoid unnecessary and potentially injurious contact.
• Like most rookies, pass protection would benefit from refinement.
• Eagerness to leave college and turn pro could be a turn-off for some.

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