As the NFL season approaches its conclusion, Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle is on the brink of achieving a significant career milestone: reaching 1,000 rushing yards. Currently, he has accumulated 903 yards from 190 carries, and with two games left in the regular season, he is focused on hitting this target. Dowdle expressed his determination, stating that the milestone is constantly on his mind and that he is eager to achieve it, especially as this is his first season carrying a substantial workload for the Cowboys.

This season, the NFL boasts 12 players who have surpassed the 1,000 rushing yard mark, with Dowdle being one of six players currently at or above 900 rushing yards. Notably, Tony Pollard, who took over the starting role from Ezekiel Elliott, is also performing well, sitting 11th in the league with 1,017 rushing yards. Dowdle's potential achievement would not only highlight his personal growth but also reflect the effectiveness of the Cowboys' offensive line, which has faced its share of challenges throughout the season.

Dowdle had a remarkable three-game stretch earlier in the season where he surpassed 100 rushing yards in each game, although this streak was halted during a tough match against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he managed only 23 yards on 13 carries. Despite the setback, he remains optimistic about reaching the 1,000-yard milestone, which he views as a significant accomplishment in his career. The Cowboys are currently managing injuries among several players, including key contributors like CeeDee Lamb, who has been ruled out for the remainder of the season.