Qadree Ollison RB FA Mon 11/14/22 6:21 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Ollison reverted to the Cowboys' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
EDGE Analysis
Ollison was elevated from the practice squad for the second game in a row ahead of Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Packers, though his only contribution came via one tackle on kick coverage while playing all 14 snaps on special teams. With Ezekiel Elliott (knee) inactive again, Tony Pollard and Malik Davis continued to carry Dallas' rushing duties against Green Bay. Ollison will now be eligible for just one more activation while on the Cowboys' practice squad this season.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Sat 11/12/22 3:30 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Dallas elevated Ollison from its practice squad to the active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game at the Packers, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
EDGE Analysis
With regular starting running back Ezekiel Elliott (knee) questionable for Week 10, the Cowboys saw fit to activate Ollison from their practice squad for a second consecutive game. If Elliott plays though, Ollison probably won't see many touches Sunday, if any.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Mon 10/31/22 6:00 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Ollison reverted to Dallas' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
EDGE Analysis
Ollison made his season debut in Week 8 but saw just two offensive snaps, as Tony Pollard (31) and Malik Davis (19) dominated the work in the absence of Ezekiel Elliott (knee/thigh). With Dallas on bye in Week 9, Elliott will have plenty of time to clear his minor injuries, so it seems unlikely that Ollison will be elevated again when the Cowboys return to action in Week 10.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Sat 10/29/22 3:02 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Dallas elevated Ollison from its practice squad to the active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus the Bears, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Ollison will suit up for his first game of the 2022 season Sunday. The big-bodied back is probably better-equipped to handle less forgiving carries between the tackles than Tony Pollard and Malik Davis, so it would not be a huge surprise to see him tote the rock a few times against a shaky Chicago run defense Sunday.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Fri 9/2/22 12:46 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
The Cowboys signed Ollison to their practice squad Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Ollison was waived by the Falcons ahead of Tuesday's 53-man roster deadline but has found a new home in Dallas via the practice squad. The 2019 fifth-round pick appeared in eight games for Atlanta last year and rushed 21 times for 105 yards and one score across 69 offensive snaps.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Tue 8/30/22 11:04 AM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
The Falcons waived Ollison on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Ollison was always a long shot to make the initial 53-man roster after the team added Damien Williams in free agency, drafted Tyler Allgeier in the third round and converted return specialist Avery Williams to running back. All three of those ball carriers are expected to compete for touches behind Cordarrelle Patterson, who burst onto the scene last year with a strong start to the campaign. Ollison has been with Atlanta's organization since he was drafted in the fifth round of the 2019 Draft, so it's possible the Falcons bring him back on a practice squad deal if he clears waivers.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Sat 8/27/22 7:47 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Ollison rushed nine times for 30 yards and a touchdown while catching one of two targets for 12 yards in Saturday's 28-12 preseason win over the Jaguars.
EDGE Analysis
Ollison and Caleb Huntley both mixed in early on behind Tyler Allgeier, who started and scored two touchdowns while neither Damien Williams nor Cordarrelle Patterson dressed for the preseason finale. If Ollison makes the team, he could wind up carving out a role in a Falcons backfield with no clear lead option at this point. He helped his case by punching in a one-yard touchdown in the second quarter Saturday.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Mon 3/28/22 5:15 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Ollison signed a one-year deal with the Falcons on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Ollison finished the 2021 campaign with 21 rushes for 105 yards and one touchdown, while adding four receptions for 12 yards. With Atlanta returning Cordarrelle Patterson and Mike Davis, Ollison figures to compete with free-agent signee Damien Williams for a reserve role to start the 2022 campaign.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Mon 1/10/22 12:15 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Ollison ran once for 19 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Saints. He also failed to haul in his only target.
EDGE Analysis
Mike Davis led the team in rushing attempts (six) and yards (30), but he also lost two fumbles and had to leave the game due to a rib injury. In his absence, Ollison played just 16 offensive snaps, but he took advantage of his only touch by bowling his way to a 19-yard score in the third quarter, recording the Falcons' first touchdown of the game. The 25-year-old running back finished his 2021 campaign with 21 rushes for 105 yards (5.0 YPC) and a touchdown across eight appearances.
Qadree Ollison RB FA Sun 1/9/22 3:24 PM
Qadree Ollison
RB FA
Ollison (quadriceps) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.
EDGE Analysis
The 25-year-old was questionable with the quad issue but is ready to play in the season finale. Ollison figures to see limited opportunities Sunday behind Mike Davis and Cordarrelle Patterson in the backfield.