Wade's Words

As the Cowboys have closed the books on the offseason program and get ready for training camp, let's take a closer look at the rookie class. Today, we focus on Tommy Akingbesote.

Having read the articles dealing with the projected running back competition, why is Hunter Luepke being overlooked? It seems for what Brian Schottenheimer is trying to promote, Luepke fits the bill – blocking back, short-yardage threat, out-of-the-backfield receiver and a backup at the tight end position. Despite limited opportunities, he has proven he is an asset.

Today, we take a closer look at the running back position and take a guess as to who might start in Week 1. 

With the Cowboys heading to Oxnard, California for training camp on July 20, we examine five things to keep an eye on in the early goings of their time on the West coast.