The vision was that things might change in a better offensive system with an apparent need at running back. Unfortunately for Zeke, who turns 30 in July, that dream has now died before it ever even got started.

The Chargers made a series of moves on Friday. They activated cornerback Eli Apple and wide receiver Simi Fehoko from injured reserve, placed defensive back Ja’Sir Taylor on IR and elevated safety Eddie Jackson and running back Jaret Patterson from the practice squad.

There's no denying that Ezekiel Elliott isn't the same player that he was from 2016-2021 with the Dallas Cowboys. The former Pro Bowler hasn't been as impactful over the last few years, due to multiple factors.

Former Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is joining the Chargers' practice squad ahead of their wild-card playoff game against the Texans.

Ezekiel Elliott came out of Ohio State as a highly touted draft prospect. After three years in Scarlet and Gray, Elliott was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys as the first running back off the board and No.

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

The Los Angeles Chargers are planning to sign running back Ezekiel Elliott to their practice squad pending a physical.

The Dallas Cowboys are releasing RB Ezekiel Elliott, a front office source confirms. That front office source said via text that they want Zeke to have the opportunity to sign with a playoff contender. With one game left in the 2024 season, his time with the Cowboys is over.… pic.twitter.com/ExwlwwqEe8

The Los Angeles Chargers decided to take a chance on Ezekiel Elliott, signing the former first-rounder to their practice squad. The Chargers already have a pretty crowded running back room composed of: J.