On Sunday, Rico Dowdle has the opportunity to etch his name into Dallas Cowboys franchise history. As a former player, Dowdle has been making waves on the field, particularly with his ability to catch touchdown passes. The recent game against the Pittsburgh Steelers saw Dowdle hauling in a pass from quarterback Dak Prescott for a crucial score. This marked the second consecutive week that Dowdle found the end zone through the air.
Reflecting on this impressive feat, one can’t help but wonder about the rarity of such occurrences in team history. Dowdle now joins an elite group of only 15 running backs in Cowboys history to have back-to-back games with receiving touchdowns. The uniqueness of this achievement adds an extra level of intrigue to Dowdle’s performance on the field.
Digging deeper into the statistics, it becomes clear that Dowdle is only the 13th player in team history to accomplish this within a single season. Surprisingly, none of the previous streaks extended beyond two games, leaving the door wide open for Dowdle to make history by potentially securing a third consecutive game with a receiving touchdown.
Looking ahead to the upcoming game against the Detroit Lions, all eyes will be on Dowdle to see if he can make Cowboys history by becoming the first running back to achieve three straight games with a receiving touchdown. Such a milestone would not only solidify Dowdle’s place in the team’s record books but also add his name to the short list of running backs with three receiving touchdowns in a single season.
What makes Dowdle’s potential accomplishment even more noteworthy is the fact that both of the Cowboys’ recent starting running backs, Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard, have achieved this feat at least once. If Dowdle can replicate their success, it would further highlight his impact on the team’s offensive production.
As fans eagerly anticipate Sunday’s game, there is a collective hope that Dowdle will continue his impressive performance and help lead the Cowboys to victory. With history on the line, Dowdle has the chance to cement his legacy in Dallas Cowboys lore. Here’s to hoping he rises to the occasion and achieves greatness on the gridiron.
