Running Back's NFL Journey Nears a New Chapter

Dallas, USAWed Jan 01 2025
Let's talk about Ezekiel Elliott, the running back who's been making waves in the NFL. Reports are saying that the Dallas Cowboys are planning to waive him before the season wraps up. This news comes after Elliott himself asked the team to release him. If the Cowboys go through with this, any other team could pick him up. If not, he'll become a free agent. Elliott's been with the Cowboys for the first seven seasons of his NFL career. After a year with the Patriots in 2023, he returned to Dallas but this time, his role wasn't as big as before. In 15 games this season, he ran the ball 74 times for 226 yards and scored 3 touchdowns. Plus, he missed one game due to some disciplinary issues. It's an interesting turn for Elliott, who's had a pretty impressive career so far. Fans and experts are curious to see where he'll end up next.
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questions

    What strategic considerations led the Cowboys to waive Elliott instead of trading him?
    How will waiving Elliott affect the Cowboys' salary cap situation?
    Who will now bear the burden of the Cowboys' high expectations in the backfield?

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