Ezekiel Elliott Returns to the Dallas Cowboys
Cowboys and Running Back Agree to Contract
The Dallas Cowboys have welcomed back running back Ezekiel Elliott, agreeing to a contract on Monday, according to NFL Networks. Elliott, who turns 29 in July, returns to the team after finishing the 2022 season with 642 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 184 carries, both career lows for the running back.
Elliott's Career Trajectory
Elliott's yard-per-carry average has steadily declined throughout his career, dropping from 5.1 yards per carry as a rookie in 2016 to 4.5 yards per carry in 2019 and 4.0 yards per carry in 2022. His performance, coupled with his high salary, led to speculation that the Cowboys might release the running back.
Cowboys' Decision to Reunite
Despite Elliott's decline in production, the Cowboys have opted to reunite with the running back. The reasons for this decision are unclear, but could include a belief that Elliott can still be a valuable contributor to the team or a lack of viable alternatives in the free agent market.
Elliott's NFL Career Stats
- Rushing Yards: 8,134
- Rushing Touchdowns: 70
- Receptions: 322
- Receiving Yards: 2,529
- Receiving Touchdowns: 11
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