Question: Who was held out for a contract dispute while University of Alabama graduate starting running back for the same team was rising to be known?
Sentence (from "Emmitt Smith"): Emmitt James Smith III (born May 15, 1969) is a former college and professional American football running back who became the National Football League's (NFL) all-time leading rusher during his fifteen seasons in the league during the 1990s and 2000s.
Relevant evidence: Yes