The Dallas Cowboys granted running back Ezekiel Elliott his release on Tuesday, just days before the team's final regular season game on Sunday against the Washington Commanders.
Listen to the GBag Nation break down Elliott's release here
According to Todd Archer of ESPN, Elliott requested to be released to give him an opportunity to join a playoff contender for the remainder of the season. Teams can claim the running back or sign him once he clears waivers.
Elliott is averaging a career-low 3.1 yards per carry for the Cowboys this season. He totaled 74 carries for 226 yards and three touchdowns for Dallas.
Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones released a statement Tuesday afternoon announcing Elliott's release:
“Out of respect and appreciation for Zeke and wanting to provide him with an opportunity to pursue any potential playoff participation possible, we are releasing him from the Cowboys roster today. As I have said many times previously, Zeke’s impact as one of the greatest to ever play with the Star on their helmet will never change and is etched in our record books and history forever. We thank him, love him and wish him the absolute best.”