Tony Pollard's 58-yard touchdown run in the third quarter ignited a dormant Dallas offense, gave the Cowboys a 10-point cushion and stood as the game-winning score as the NFC East frontrunners shrugged off a two-game losing streak to defeat the Saints, 27-17. 

With the NFL playoff picture still in flux, Maurice Jones-Drew spotlights six rushers who are vitally important for the stretch run. Plus, an updated ranking of the top 15 running backs of this season.

Can Jameis Winston exact revenge on the Tom Brady-led Bucs? Who'll win the Justin Jefferson-Trevon Diggs matchup? NFL Network analysts make bold predictions for Week 8 of the 2021 NFL season.

Baltimore's running backs haven't been much help to Lamar Jackson and the rushing attack in the last four weeks. Maurice Jones-Drew offers up a solution for Greg Roman and updates his top 15 RB rankings.

After a spate of injuries in backfields across the league, Maurice Jones-Drew spotlights teams that should -- and shouldn't -- trade for a rusher before the Nov. 2 deadline. Plus, an updated ranking of the top 15 running backs in the NFL right now.

Maurice Jones-Drew reveals his top five rushing duos in the NFL right now. Will the Browns or Cowboys tandem earn his top honor? Plus, four new players enter his RB rankings.

Maurice Jones-Drew identifies three running backs who are pressing too much -- something he dealt with during his own career -- a quarter of the way through the 2021 NFL season. Plus, three new players enter his top 15 RB rankings.

You have lineup questions. We have answers. At least we hope. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em is back for the 2021 NFL season.

NFL.com's Michael F. Florio's breaks down the best and toughest fantasy football matchups in Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season.

You have lineup questions. We have answers. At least we hope. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em is back for the 2021 NFL season.

Ezekiel Elliott -- the second-highest paid running back in the NFL -- isn't fretting those criticizing his contract and is embracing the Cowboys' one-two punch combo with RB Tony Pollard. 

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is embracing the idea of a running back platoon between Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard, as Pollard continues to impress with his increasing role in the backfield.

Are the Raiders finally ready to get over the hump and back to the playoffs under Jon Gruden? Jeffri Chadiha explores that topic and more in his First Read ahead of Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season.

Michael F. Florio breaks down which players you should target on the waiver wire ahead of Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season.

Defense has long been a liability for Dallas, but could that be changing in 2021? Jim Trotter breaks down an impressive showing from the Cowboys' less-celebrated unit in Los Angeles.

Can the Packers hope to compete without giving Aaron Jones more touches? Gil Brandt highlights seven offensive players who need to be more involved than they were in Week 1.

The Cowboys are ready to utilize skills of Tony Pollard to expand their offensive potential as head coach Mike McCarthy doesn't believe Ezekiel Elliott needs "to run the ball 25-30 times a game."

There's never a shortage of offseason hype in Dallas, but Bucky Brooks provides three reasons why the Cowboys can indeed be Super Bowl contenders this season. Plus, the NFL's top five off-ball linebackers and the Rams' outlook following Cam Akers' injury.

Gil Brandt identifies 10 NFL candidates to make the leap in 2021. Can Daniel Jones reach new heights with the Giants? Is Quinnen Williams about to become a star for the Jets?

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks unveils his ranking of the NFL's top five pass-catching tandems in the wake of the Julio Jones trade. Plus, why the confidence of one key Cowboys player is justified and a look at how the Vikings could bounce back on defense. 

Will Mike McCarthy help lift Dallas back to competitiveness with Dak Prescott healthy again? Adam Rank examines the state of the Cowboys.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks breaks down a game-changing shift in Baltimore's offensive approach. Plus, he ranks the top five RB tandems in the NFL.

OTAs afford clubs time to tinker ahead of the season, including moving players around to get a look at other positions. Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy noted Thursday that RB Tony Pollard has been getting some work at receiver.

Washington and Cleveland just turned putrid seasons from 2019 into playoff journeys in 2020. Which NFL teams could follow suit in the 2021 campaign? Marc Sessler spotlights four particular franchises.

Michael F. Florio breaks down some fantasy sleepers you should consider starting in Week 16 of the 2020 NFl season.

Can't-Miss Play: Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard hits MAJOR turbo on 58-yard touchdown.

NFL Network's Kimmi Chex's most valuable fantasy plays for the upcoming 'Thursday Night Football' game in Week 13 between the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.

Watch the top 5 fastest ball carriers from Week 12, according to Next Gen Stats.

Can't-Miss Play: Off to the races! Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard scores on a 100-yard kick-return touchdown.

NFL Network's Kimmi Chex predicts stat lines for key players in Thanksgiving Day games.

Dallas Cowboys' clever play design leads to a speedy 31-yard rush from running back Tony Pollard.

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard spins out of hit-stick tackle try for a 32-yard gain.

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard rips off a 54-yard kick return to start the game.

Check out five surprise sleepers for Week 8 on "NFL Fantasy Live".

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard presses the turbo button on 17-yard dash.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is pumped after the Cowboys' nifty play design seals the win.

NFL Network's Michael Robinson shares his thoughts on the Cowboys' backfield after Dallas' win over the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 3.

"NFL Fantasy Live" crew shares their waiver wire targets for Week 3.

NFL Network's Michael Florio saysb Rondale Moore, Michael Carter among Week 3 fantasy waiver-wire gems.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks share their takeaways from the Dallas Cowboys' win over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 2.

Watch Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard's best plays from 140-yard game in the Week 2 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard bolts through Los Angeles Chargers' secondary for 28 yards.

Dallas Cowboys' unique formation puts linemen in space for running back Tony Pollard's 13-yard gain.

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard delivers Cowboys' first opening-drive touchdown since Week 14, 2019.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund, Marc Ross and Rhett Lewis identify surprise impact players to watch for in the 2021 Kickoff Game.

Watch the matchup between the Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys highlights in the Preseason Week 2 game.

Watch the Dallas Cowboys' top plays vs. the Houston Texans during Preseason Week 2.

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard masterfully sets up blockers on touchdown catch and run.

Dallas Cowboys pave massive running lane for running back Tony Pollard's 16-yard burst.

Watch the full highlights of the 2021 preseason Week 1 matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals.