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In his NFL Scouting Combine story, ESPN's Matthew Berry talked about RB Ezekiel Elliott. "...the internal thought in Dallas is that Zeke is still a legit RB1 and that an improved offensive line this season (and Zeke being fully healthy) will help a lot. You'll still see a lot of Tony Pollard, of course, but the expectation is Elliott still gets a ton of work in 2022, including all the goal-line action. At least for this season, the "death of Zeke's value as a fantasy RB1 narrative" has been overblown. If his current ADP holds, he'll be a value in drafts come August."

Monitor best ball rankings/drafts early and see if the Cowboys add o-line depth once free agency starts.

The NFL has suspended Falcons WR Calvin Ridley for betting on NFL games while on leave from Atlanta during the 2021 season. The NFL's statement says that the betting took place over a five-day stretch in November. Ridley can apply for reinstatement on or after February 15, 2023.

Cowboys RB Tony Pollard (foot) did not travel with the team to Philadelphia and will not play Week 18.

Related Players: Ezekiel Elliott, Corey Clement

Pollard is a big loss for the Cowboys. Clement will take on a passing role with the Cowboys in Pollard's place.

Titans WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list.

His return is big, especially if Julio Jones is not activated from the COVID list.

Saints QBs Taysom Hill and Trevor Siemian have been activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list.

Expect Hill to start Week 17 with Siemian as his back-up.

Saints TE Adam Trautman has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

Related Player: Nick Vannett

If Trautman cannot play Week 16, Vannett will be the only viable tight end available for New Orleans.

C Corey Linsley, OLB Joey Bosa and RB Austin Ekeler are being placed on the COVID-19 list, per source. Chargers dealing with a situation.

Related players: Justin Jackson, Joshua Kelley, Larry Rountree

The tweet said more names could drop today for the Bolts. It's possible Ekeler can be cleared for Week 16, especially with more relaxed rules. And, the Chargers fortunately play an early afternoon game Sunday against the Texans leaving owners time to adjust lineups. If Ekeler isn't able to go, Jackson probably is the lead back with Kelley also getting some work.

Cowboys RB Tony Pollard (foot) is questionable for Week 15's game at the New York Giants.

Related Player: Corey Clement

Pollard got in two limited practices. If he does not play, Corey Clement will be Dallas's change-of-pace back.

Chargers RB Austin Ekeler (ankle) is a game-time decision and will try out his ankle before Thursday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Related Players: Justin Jackson, Larry Rountree III, Joshua Kelley

If Ekeler is active, it could be a dicey proposition. The Chiefs front seven has been much better with the acquisition of Melvin Ingram and Chris Jones moving back to defensive tackle.