Rico Dowdle: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 11

Carolina Panthers “underrated” running back tandem for 2025 earns high ranking

Moe Moton of Bleacher Report has ranked the league’s Top 10 running back duos entering the upcoming season. Only two teams (Lions and Buccaneers) have a backfield tandem ranked ahead of Dave Canales’s club.

Carolina Panthers News / Gridiron Heroics / June 9

Carolina Panthers Rookie RB Reveals Plan While Behind Chuba Hubbard, Rico Dowdle on Depth Chart

Coming off a five-win campaign in the 2024 NFL season, the Carolina Panthers are looking to make a big leap forward in Year 2 of Dave Canales’ tenure as the team’s head coach.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / June 8

Why Cowboys Can Easily Overcome Biggest Offseason Loss

The Dallas Cowboys' run game last season left a lot to be desired, and it wasn't until Rico Dowdle was handed the starting job that things started to trend upward.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 8

New Panthers backfield duo ranked one of NFL's best rushing combos by Fox Sports

The vast majority of the Carolina Panthers' energy this offseason has been spent on improving what was the worst scoring defense in NFL history last season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 3

Cowboys news: Insider fires warning on major signing

When the Dallas Cowboys opted to let 2024 leadback Rico Dowdle leave for Carolina only to sign Javonte Williams in free agency for a similar price, it left more than a few fans scratching their heads.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 2

Unexpected Cowboys RB duo projected to lead backfield into 2025

The Dallas Cowboys could potentially have one of the best offensive units in the entire NFL during the 2025 season. The front office got serious with adding a massive piece to the pass game when they made a trade for former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 28

Cowboys' rushing attack gets grim outlook in NFL running back rankings

In 2024, the Dallas Cowboys had one of the worst rushing attacks in the NFL, finishing 27th in yardage and last in touchdowns. The emergence of Rico Dowdle was the only reason they weren’t dead-last in every category as their decision to run it back with Ezekiel Elliott proved to be a mistake.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 27

3 new Dallas Cowboys form healthy running back competition

The Dallas Cowboys have a new look in the backfield this season. After Rico Dowdle signed with the Carolina Panthers and Ezekiel Elliott said goodbye once again, the Cowboys have a number of running backs on the roster fighting for their spot on the depth chart.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Cowboys To Trade for 1st-Round RB with 'Schotty' Background?

The Dallas Cowboys undeniably needed to address their running back position heading into the offseason. When free agency opened, they had the option of

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 1

Carolina Panthers make yet another RB move in busy offseason

Last month, the Carolina Panthers surprisingly signed running back Rico Dowdle to a one-year deal, giving them an impressive two-pronged backfield attack that also includes Chuba Hubbard.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / March 31

Top five NFL Draft landing spots for Ashton Jeanty

The 2025 NFL draft is a month away, and Ashton Jeanty spearheads a strong class of running back prospects. Omarion Hampton is probably next up, but some teams may want the best option instead.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 27

NFL analyst makes insane prediction for blockbuster Panthers trade

The Carolina Panthers have Chuba Hubbard as their starting running back. Behind him, they have 1,000-yard rusher Rico Dowdle on a one-year contract. When that contract expires, Jonathon Brooks, last year's second-round pick, will return from a second torn ACL.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 24

ESPN gives Panthers disappointing ranking following first free agent moves

The Carolina Panthers finished 5-12 last season, and they finished as one of the nine worst teams in football as a result. They were not good, and they have had their work cut out for them this offseason.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 22

NFC Notes: Rico Dowdle, Panthers Offseason, Haason Reddick, Buccaneers

Buccaneers GM Jason Licht believes that veteran edge rusher Haason Reddick will return to form after a tumultuous 2024 season with the Jets. Reddick is looking to prove himself after signing a one-year, $14 million deal with Tampa Bay.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 22

Panthers $2.7 million signing listed among biggest losers of NFL free agency

With the future of 2024 second-round pick Jonathon Brooks up in the air following another torn ACL, the Carolina Panthers entered the offseason with a need at running back.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 21

Panthers get high marks from ESPN for adding 1,000-yard rusher in free agency

This offseason, the Carolina Panthers signed former Dallas Cowboys’ running back Rico Dowdle to a one-year deal. The team was 18th in the league this past season in rushing yards per game.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 21

ESPN insider names Panthers most improved NFL team in free agency

It took about 11 days, but some parts of the NFL community are beginning to recognize that the Carolina Panthers have had a low-key very strong offseason so far.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Cowboys Drama Addressed By 1,000-Yard Rusher

Former Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle was one of the many faces Cowboys Nation was sad to see go. Coming off a career-year in 2024, fans fell in love with Rico's quick burst and much-needed production.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 16

Friday's free-agency winners, losers: Star WR finds new home

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Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / March 13

Rico Dowdle's contract details make his departure from Cowboys even more painful than it already was

Listen, I'm a real-life optimist. Or at least I try damn hard to be one. If it's raining, I'm excited. If it's sunny outside, all the better. That translates to sports, at least without losing objectiveness.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 13

ESPN gives Panthers near-perfect grade for Rico Dowdle signing

The Carolina Panthers released Miles Sanders, putting them in desperate need of a backup running back. With Jonathon Brooks out for the season, they needed one for only 2025, so drafting one just didn't make a lot of sense.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 12

Panthers ink former Cowboys RB to a one-year deal

Rico Dowdle has found his next opportunity. The former Cowboys running back has a one-year deal in place with the Panthers, Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer reports.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / March 7

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Dallas Cowboys News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / March 6