“The Cowboys recently parted ways with Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard signed his franchise tag,” writes Conn, “Gibbs gives them a solid one-two punch at the position and he provides playmaking ability as a return specialist.”
As Conn notes, the tandem of Elliott and Pollard was broken up after the Cowboys released the former Ohio State star running back. Bringing in Gibbs wouldn’t be an exact replacement for Elliott, however, as Gibbs’ skillset is more versatile and less like a power back.
Gibbs, as a ball carrier and pass catcher, would likely thrive as the star of the backfield, similar to how Najee Harris transitioned into the NFL with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Roll Tide Wire will continue to cover Gibbs and other former Alabama players as the 2023 NFL draft approaches.
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