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FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys passed on running back in the NFL draft after moving on from their starter each of the past two seasons. There was as much talk about former Dallas running back Ezekiel Elliott as there was any of the college prospects throughout draft weekend. Now the focus shifts to when Elliott might return to the franchise for which he gained 8,262 yards. Offensive line was the focus of the draft for Dallas. Two of the first three choices and three of eight overall are blockers.
