The Cowboys Must Draft One of These Three Running Backs in 2024
Late-Round Pick: RB Kendall Milton, Georgia
There's always the possibility that the Cowboys won't address their RB situation until one of the later rounds. After all, three of the last four running backs that Dallas drafted were taken in either Round 6 or 7 with the only exception being when Pollard was a fourth-round selection in 2019.
If that's the case, I can see the Cowboys target Georgia's Kendall Milton.
Milton's playing opportunities with the Bulldogs grew over his four-year tenure, resulting in a 2023 breakout campaign. Splitting backfield duties with Daijun Edwards, Milton turned a career-high 121 carries into 790 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns. His final five games were his best run as he hit the 100-yard mark three times while finishing four contests with two TDs.
#NFLDraft2024 Sleeper
— Draft Hub (@DraftHubNFL) April 1, 2024
Kendall Milton, RB Georgia@therealkmilt
Milton is one of the best pure runners in this entire draft
Ultra explosive, leading all RBs at the combine with a 1.51 10 yard split at 225lbs🤯
790 rushing yards, 14 TDs, 6.5 ypc
Top 10 RB in draft when healthy pic.twitter.com/Z793onPQLL
There's plenty of room for Milton to improve, especially when it comes to blocking and pass-catching. Having said that, the Cowboys can focus on his strength — running the ball — while delegating passing downs to Dowdle and Vaughn. Milton doesn't even turn 23 until next February, so there's still plenty of time for him to improve in his weaker areas.
If the Cowboys want to return to being a force in the trenches, Milton is worth a look on Day 3.
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