The Dallas Cowboys have officially released star running back Ezekiel Elliott as the 2022-2023 NFL season comes to a close. This unexpected move marks the end of an illustrious six-year career for the 27-year-old athlete with the Cowboys. Elliott, who joined the Cowboys as a fourth overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, made an immediate impact in the league, leading the NFL in rushing yards in 2016 and being a two-time rushing champion. He was also named to the Pro Bowl three times in his first four seasons. Elliott’s contract, which featured significant financial commitments, affected the Cowboys’ salary cap, prompting the team to make this hard decision shortly before the team’s Week 18 season finale. Sources indicate that Elliott had been hoping to remain with the Cowboys but ultimately requested his release to explore new opportunities. The organization stated, ‘This was a difficult decision, but one we felt was necessary to give us the best chance to succeed moving forward.’ Teams that could potentially be interested in acquiring Elliott include the New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, and Chicago Bears, as they look to bolster their running back options for the upcoming season. Elliott leaves Dallas with a total of 8,262 rushing yards, 68 rushing touchdowns, and 2,614 receiving yards over 103 games, establishing himself as one of the premier running backs of his generation.
Ezekiel Elliott Released from Dallas Cowboys: A Look at His Career and Future Prospects
