The Dallas Cowboys are making a significant change in their running back lineup for Week 9, as Ezekiel Elliott will not be traveling to Atlanta due to disciplinary reasons. This opens the door for Dalvin Cook, who has been elevated from the practice squad for the second week in a row.

After a disappointing season where Elliott struggled to perform, the Cowboys' decision to bring him back after a year with the New England Patriots is now under scrutiny. The team's failure to secure a reliable running back during the offseason has left them in a precarious position.