FRISCO, Texas — The Cowboys officially did the expected on Monday, placing the franchise tag on running back Tony Pollard, guaranteeing him $10.1 million in 2023.
The Cowboys made the move ahead of Tuesday’s deadline for the franchise to keep Pollard off of the free agent market, following a career year by the former fourth-round pick.
Pollard rushed for a career-high 1,007 yards and nine touchdowns. He recorded 39 catches, 371 yards and three touchdown grabs. He led all Cowboys running backs in rushing yards, catches and receiving yards, earning first trip to the Pro Bowl, while surpassing two-time rushing champion Ezekiel Elliott as the team’s primary runner.
