Elliott was two touchdowns away from passing Tony Dorsett as second all-time in Dallas Cowboys history for rushing touchdowns.
The Dallas Cowboys released running back Ezekiel Elliott for the second time in his career on Tuesday before the team’s Week 18 finale against the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones gave a statement about releasing Elliott shortly after the news dropped.
“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,” Jones said.