Tony Pollard's Absence From Dallas Cowboys Practice Explained

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Earlier this week, Dallas Cowboys star running back Tony Pollard took a leave of absence from the team.

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Fans were rightly concerned with Pollard's absence - especially given the two-game suspension Ronald Jones must endure before seeing the field.

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However, before Cowboys fans get too worried, Pollard had a good reason for being absent from practice.

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Pollard and girlfriend Kania Taylor welcomed their second child this week.

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"Yesterday was Maui’s birthday," Taylor said in a post on Instagram tonight.

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A year ago to the day, Pollard, Taylor and their enjoyed training camp together.

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Now there's another joining their ranks.

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Cowboys fans can officially take a deep sigh of relief knowing Pollard will be back on the field in no time.

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