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.

The Dallas Cowboys have parted ways with running back Ezekiel Elliott for the second time. The team announced Tuesday that it has released Elliott after the 29-year-old requested

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Tuesday, citing sources, that the Cowboys will release Elliott ahead of their Week 18 regular-season finale against the Washington Commanders. NFL insider Josina Anderson had the news first, also reporting that Elliott requested his release.

The Dallas Cowboys are parting ways with running back Ezekiel Elliott for the second time. On Tuesday, NFL insider Josina Anderson reported that the Cowboys plan to release Elliott after the 29-year-old requested to be cut loose.

The Dallas Cowboys have released running back Ezekiel Elliott from the roster just before the end of the 2024 season. "Out of respect and appreciation for Zeke and wanting to provide him with an opportunity to pursue any potential playoff participation possible,

Elliott's release gives him an opportunity to join a playoff team ahead of the final week of the regular season.

After reuniting with the 29-year-old Elliott on a one-year deal this past April, the Cowboys will now enter the new year and Sunday’s season finale against the Washington Commanders without the nine-year veteran following a lackluster 2024 campaign for both parties.

The Cowboys have released running back Ezekiel Elliott. It's a quiet end to a Dallas career that started with two rushing titles in three seasons but faded quickly from there.

Ezekiel Elliott's time back in Dallas is over, the team announced Tuesday. The Cowboys have granted the 29-year-old running back's request for a release. Elliott will be placed on waivers, and once he clears he will be eligible to sign with any team.