Elliott, who finished bottom in the NFL in yards per carry (3.8), tackles evaded (32) and percentage of rushes that went for 10+ yards (7.4%), was perhaps the worst starting running back in the league last season. Some reports claim that the relocation will be handled as a post-June 1 cut. As a result, the Cowboys' cap will be relieved by $10.9 million, leaving them with $5.82 million in dead money for this year. There was no guaranteed compensation left on his contract, but he was still owed the remaining $64.76 million.
Elliott was one of the best running backs in Cowboys history, despite the fact that his time in Dallas did not end well. Elliott carried for 1,000 yards four times in seven seasons, reaching double digits in running touchdowns four times, and earning three Pro Bowl berths. He is third all-time for the Cowboys in rushing yards (8,262).
Following Elliott's release, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made the following statement:
"Zeke and I have come to an understanding that allowing him to experience free agency will be the greatest course of action for both of us, and it will also provide us more flexibility and possibilities. One of the most difficult aspects of managing a team is this "Jones stated in the press release.
In three straight seasons (2016–18), Elliott topped the NFL in rushing yards per game. He also twice led the league in rushing yards (2016, 2018). The quantity of touches he has received over the course of his career has caused his rushing yards per game figures to fall each season; in 2022, he averaged a career-low 58.4 rushing yards per game and 3.8 yards per carry.
Tony Pollard may once again be the featured player in Dallas thanks to Elliott's release. After rushing for 1,007 yards and nine touchdowns last season, Pollard led the NFL in yards per touch (5.9).
