Cowboys Enter Negotiations with Ezekiel Elliott Before NFL Draft Due To.
The Dallas Cowboys have just hours left until the 2024 NFL draft, and it looks like they’re lining up a major reunion. The Cowboys and former running back Ezekiel Elliott have had a “will they, won’t they” saga in terms of reuniting. But the latest news signals a homecoming for Zeke.
On April 23, CBS Sports’ Josina Anderson reported that Elliott’s representation is visiting the Cowboys’ facility today.
“I’m told the #Cowboys are currently meeting with RB Ezekiel Elliott’s representative around the facility a day before the NFL Draft, per source,” Anderson wrote on X.
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After reports and rumors saturated the news cycle in mid-to-late March, talks of a reunion have quieted down. But with major decisions to be made in the NFL draft, maybe the Cowboys are thinking about nailing down their RB group before making a pick.
Elliott was a star for Dallas during his seven-year run with the Cowboys, making three Pro Bowls. He led the NFL in rushing yards in 2016 and 2018. Elliott’s 8262 rushing yards ranks third all-time in Cowboys franchise history.
Dallas and Elliott Have ‘Mutual Interest’
Of all the reports and updates from March, the most notable was from ESPN reporter Jeremy Fowler. On March 30, Fowler revealed that the two sides have mutual interest in a reunion.
“The Dallas Cowboys and free agent running back Ezekiel Elliott have mutual interest in a reunion, sources tell ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. While a deal between Elliott and his former club has not been reached, both sides are open to it, sources added.”
Elliott’s stint with the New England Patriots did not go to plan. His regression continued, despite signing with a new team. According to Pro Football Reference, Elliott set career lows for rushing yards (642) and average yards per carry (3.5.)
