Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard signed his franchise tender on Thursday, guaranteeing him a one-year salary of $10.091 million for the 2023 season.
Cowboys’ RB Tony Pollard has signed his franchise tag, per ESPN’s @toddarcher. He's due $10.091 million this year. Pollard and the Cowboys now have until July 17 to negotiate a long-term deal.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 23, 2023
Pollard, who had been dealing with an ankle injury, is expected to be fully recovered in time for the mandatory portion of offseason workouts. He and the Cowboys have until July 17 to negotiate a long-term deal.
Pollard is set to be the team's primary running back for the 2023 season, following the departure of Ezekiel Elliott and the addition of Ronald Jones.
Tony Pollard season though 🔥 pic.twitter.com/wB8EqzCxuE
— Ernie (@es3_09) March 17, 2023
Pollard had a breakout 2022 season, rushing for 1,007 yards and nine touchdowns on 193 carries, while also adding 371 receiving yards and three touchdowns on 39 receptions.
However, Pollard suffered a leg break in the Cowboys' playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers, but underwent "tightrope" surgery to stabilize the ankle ten days later. He is expected to be fully recovered from his injury by late March.
“Tony Pollard cant break tackles 🤡🤡”pic.twitter.com/ca1OL0lSFD
— B📀🐐 ✭ (@CeeDeeGOAT) February 18, 2023
Despite the injury, the Cowboys are counting on Pollard to build upon his breakout 2022 season and become a top running back in their offense. Photo Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
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