Ezekiel Elliott and the Dallas Cowboys have parted ways. Elliott has spent all seven of his seasons in the NFL in Dallas, but he was released on Wednesday.
The three-time Pro Bowl running back will be playing for another team for the first time in his career.
Owner Jerry Jones released a statement Wednesday confirming the decision.
“We have mutually agreed with Zeke that the best decision for everyone is that he will be able to experience free agency, and we can increase our flexibility and options as well. This is one of the toughest parts of operating a team,” Jones said.
“Moments like this comes, and extremely difficult decisions and choices are made. For the franchise. For me personally. For players too. We will always have a special place and love for Zeke and what he means to our Cowboys family, both as a person and a player. That will never change.”
Elliott had a relatively down season in 2022, as he is coming off career lows in rush attempts, rush yards and rushing average. The 27-year-old became the secondary option behind Tony Pollard in the Cowboys’ rushing attack. He did manage to account for 12 touchdowns this past season.
After signing a six-year, $90 million extension in 2019, he has been on a steady decline with his production.
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The roster move is expected to save the Cowboys more than $10 million, per Over the Cap.
