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Free-agent running back Ezekiel Elliott and the Dallas Cowboys may be headed toward a reunion. Elliott played for the New England Patriots during the 2023 NFL season, the only season of his nine-year career that he was not a member of the Dallas Cowboys. Dallas has a need at the running back position after they let Tony Pollard leave via free-agency, making Elliott a good fit to return to the team. Elliott ran for 642 yards and three touchdowns for the Pats last season while splitting the backfield with Rhamondre Stevenson. Depending on whether Dallas addresses the RB position in the NFL draft, Elliott would immediately have high-end RB3/flex value if he lands with his former team.
Mar 30, 2024 6:37 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 13 times for 54 yards during Sunday's loss to the New York Jets. He also caught five of seven targets for an additional 27 yards through the air. The veteran running back logged yet another start with Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) sidelined and maintained a key role as unfavorable weather conditions interrupted the passing attack. He was particularly impactful in PPR leagues where he added extra points for his five catches. He's headed for free agency where he'll likely earn a spot in a committee or split backfield.
Jan 7, 2024 8:08 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott will continue to operate as the lead running back for Week 18 against the New York Jets with Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) sidelined. Elliott has produced inconsistent results on the ground this year, but his impressive pass-catching role and red-zone usage allow him to sneak into the RB2 tier for fantasy purposes. He remains a solid option this Sunday, especially with a strong Jets secondary and poor weather conditions likely prompting the Patriots to run more than pass. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable starting Elliott in most formats.
Jan 6, 2024 9:24 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 14 times for 39 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's loss to the Buffalo Bills. He also caught one of two targets for a gain of six yards through the air. The veteran running back has filled in admirably for Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle), though he did take a major step back in the passing attack on Sunday. He had been averaging 6.3 catches over his last four games before this week's one-reception performance. Nevertheless, he salvaged his fantasy performance by finding the end zone and should continue to be viewed as a low-end RB2 option against the New York Jets during next week's season finale.
Jan 1, 2024 10:08 AM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (illness) logged a full practice on Friday and has been removed from the final injury report. He will play versus the Buffalo Bills, ranking as a solid RB2 option in most fantasy leagues. The 28-year-old has looked great operating as the Patriots' top running back with Rhamondre Stevenson sidelined. In particular, he has been a key pass-catching threat over his last four games, garnering 30 targets, 25 receptions, 166 receiving yards, and two touchdowns during that span. He should continue to be started in most leagues while operating as one of Bailey Zappe's top options in the passing attack.
Dec 29, 2023 5:27 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (illness) was out sick at practice on Thursday. Elliott's status now bears watching for Week 17 against the Buffalo Bills this Sunday, but he should be fine to suit up. Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) is now on Injured Reserve, ensuring that Zeke will finish out the 2023 season as New England's workhorse back. The 28-year-old veteran has looked better this year for the Patriots, but he hasn't been very efficient on the ground in recent weeks. He's salvaged his fantasy lines the last three games by catching 21 of 25 targets for 126 yards and two touchdowns. As long as Elliott plays this weekend, which he should, he will remain in play as a low-end RB2 in a weak offense against a rising defense. In Week 7 against Buffalo, Elliott had 11 carries for 31 yards rushing and his second rushing touchdown of the year.
Dec 28, 2023 5:03 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 12 times for just 27 yards during Sunday's win over the Denver Broncos. He was much more productive through the air, turning 11 targets into nine catches, 33 receiving yards, and one touchdown. The veteran continued to see a very heavy workload with Rhamondre Stevenson (sidelined), once again emerging as one of Bailey Zappe's favorite targets in the passing game. Even though his yardage totals weren't great, he salvaged his fantasy showing with the touchdown and nine receptions. Fantasy managers should continue to view Elliott as a low-end RB2 option for the duration of Stevenson's absence.
Dec 24, 2023 11:43 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott could benefit from a favorable matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sunday evening. The veteran has made two starts in place of Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) but produced mixed results. In fact, he totaled 140 yards and one touchdown in Week 14 before being held to just 46 carries last Sunday. With that said, he should bounce back this week with a much more favorable matchup on tap. The Broncos have struggled to defend the run, allowing the most rushing yards per game (129.0) and the second-most fantasy points per game (22.2) to opposing running backs. Just last week, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery ran wild on Denver, amassing 190 total yards and two touchdowns. Needless to say, Elliott, with this backfield all to himself, is a viable RB2 option for fantasy football.
Dec 23, 2023 11:56 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 11 times for just 25 yards during Sunday's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. On a more positive note, he also caught four of five targets for an additional 21 yards through the air. While the veteran did take a major step back from his breakout game in Week 14, he still flashed something that should give fantasy managers optimism: a significant role in the receiving game. Elliott now has 16 catches for 133 yards over his last three games alone. In PPR leagues, that should keep him in the low-end RB2 tier for Week 16 against the Denver Broncos, assuming Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) remains sidelined.
Dec 17, 2023 10:59 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott should operate as the team's workhorse option out of the backfield against the Kansas City Chiefs after Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) was ruled out for the second consecutive week. In his first Patriots start last week, Elliott exploded for 29 touches, 150 scrimmage yards, and one touchdown, proving that he can still be very productive in his age-28 season. Not only does he fight for yards on the ground, but the veteran has also carved out a key pass-catching role, totaling 11 receptions over the last two weeks. With extreme upside as a dual-threat weapon in a Patriots offense that lacks star power, Elliott firmly belongs in the fantasy RB2 tier.
Dec 17, 2023 1:19 AM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 22 times for 68 yards during Thursday's upset win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was also quite impressive in the passing game, catching seven of eight targets for 72 receiving yards and one touchdown. The veteran running back saw a drastically increased role in Week 14 with Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) sidelined and wasted no time getting involved. Elliott was the Patriots' top weapon on offense and has delivered key production as a pass-catcher midway through his age-28 season. Even with a trickier matchup against the Chiefs on tap, Elliott will remain a low-end fantasy RB2 option in Week 15.
Dec 7, 2023 11:25 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott will operate as the team's No. 1 running back on Thursday night versus the Pittsburgh Steelers after Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) was ruled out. While JaMycal Hasty and Ty Montgomery may earn a few snaps, this backfield belongs to Elliott and he could log around 20 touches, much like he did last week versus the Los Angeles Chargers. As the Patriots' passing game continues to falter, expect them to go run-heavy against a Steelers team that is also struggling to find its identity on offense. Pittsburgh's defense is allowing 4.24 YPC to running backs this season, meaning Elliott could have a big game. He's also an appealing option in short-yardage passing situations and around the goal line. Fantasy managers should view him as a mid-to-low RB2 for the time being.
Dec 6, 2023 7:21 PM EST
After being listed as limited on Monday's estimated injury report, New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) was removed from Tuesday's report. It should mean that Elliott won't be in danger of missing the Thursday night clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers to kick off Week 14 action. Meanwhile, fellow backfield mate Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) will miss at least a few weeks due to the high-ankle sprain he suffered in the Week 13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. The 28-year-old Elliott will see a boost in fantasy because of the increase in volume as New England's primary back, but the Pats offense has been the worst in the league and Elliott is averaging under 4.0 yards per carry on the year. Consider him a touchdown-dependent RB3/flex in Week 14.
Dec 5, 2023 6:22 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) is on the Week 14 injury report and was listed as limited on Monday's estimated practice report. Elliott's status this week takes on added importance heading into Thursday night's clash against the Pittsburgh Steelers with lead back Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) unlikely to play after spraining his ankle in the Week 13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Elliott saw a season-high 17 carries on Sunday but picked up only 52 rushing yards (3.1 yards per carry) and caught four of five targets for an extra 40 yards in the shutout loss. If Zeke is able to play in Week 14, he'll be a touchdown-dependent RB3/flex with an increase in volume as the Patriots' go-to option in their backfield.
Dec 4, 2023 6:39 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 17 times for 52 yards on the ground during Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. He also caught four of five targets for 50 yards through the air. The veteran struggled with efficiency in the running game but made up for it with a key role in the passing attack. Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) exited in the first half and is expected to miss several weeks, leaving Elliott in line to handle lead-back duties on Thursday versus Pittsburgh. He ranks as a high-end RB3/FLEX option in most fantasy leagues.
Dec 3, 2023 8:31 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers despite being listed as questionable. The veteran was limited in practice all week long but is healthy enough to suit up for Week 13. As the Patriots' passing offense continues to falter, the ground game has become more involved. Even as the clear backup to Rhamondre Stevenson, Elliott has 140 scrimmage yards over his last two games. He's a high-end fantasy RB4 who could warrant FLEX consideration in some circumstances.
Dec 3, 2023 11:37 AM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) is expected to play versus the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday despite being listed as questionable. The veteran was limited in practice all week long but appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of kickoff. As the Patriots' passing offense continues to falter, the ground game has become more involved. Even as the clear backup to Rhamondre Stevenson, Elliott has 140 scrimmage yards over his last two games. He's a high-end fantasy RB4 who could warrant FLEX consideration in some circumstances.
Dec 3, 2023 8:19 AM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) is currently listed as questionable for the Week 13 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. The veteran back has been limited in practice all week. That being said, Elliott appears to be trending in the right direction towards this weekend's game. However, his role in the offense has taken a hit as of late. Regardless of his status, Elliott isn't much of a fantasy option right now. His absence would just mean an increased workload for Rhamondre Stevenson in the backfield.
Dec 1, 2023 7:01 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) was limited in practice on Thursday for the second straight day this week. Elliott could end up with a questionable tag heading into Sunday's contest versus the Los Angeles Chargers, but he seems to be on the right side of questionable for now. It's hard to get excited about any offensive skill player in the Patriots offense this year, and that's true for Zeke as well, especially as he continues to take a back seat to lead back Rhamondre Stevenson in 2023. The 28-year-old former Dallas Cowboys star is averaging under 4.0 yards per carry on 95 rushing attempts through 11 games for New England. Elliott has only two touchdowns and hasn't scored since Week 7. He'll have a nice matchup against the Bolts if he plays in Week 13, but Elliott is a low-upside, touchdown-dependent RB3/flex in quite possibly the worst offense in football.
Nov 30, 2023 8:18 PM EST
New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) was limited in the team's practice on Wednesday. After playing just 15 snaps in the Patriots' loss on Sunday, Elliott appears to be dealing with a thigh issue. It is an encouraging sign, though, to see the veteran start the week with limited practice reps. Elliott has seen his snap share decrease in three straight games and is coming off a nine carry for 46-yard performance. The 28-year-old back has also only scored 10-plus points in half-PPR formats in just one game this season, making him only a start in deeper leagues in Week 13.
Nov 30, 2023 12:31 AM EST
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