It's time for Zeke to go

[Bobhaze]

Most of us knew it was unlikely we would resign Tony Pollard last off-season. Many of us hoped Derrick Henry would be on the radar because he would certainly require less than Pollard. But those dreams died quickly amidst all the cap lies the Jones boys fed us all off-season.

When it was announced back in the spring that a washed up Ezekiel Elliott was headed back to Big D to “shore up” a depleted RB position, I believed unless a miracle happened, Zeke wouldn‘t finish the season a member of the Dallas Cowboys. After five regular season games, I think his Cinderella story has become a pumpkin.

In five regular season games so far this year, Zeke has 30 carries for 98 yards, 3.2 yards per carry. He also has 6 receptions for 35 yards, less than 6 yards per catch. Combined, Zeke has 36 touches for 133 yards. That’s 3.7 yards per touch. Ouch.

There is zero room in the NFL for a sentimental roster spot. It‘s time to let Zeke go with thanks for all his glory days in Dallas. Those glory days left the building a few years ago. We can find another RB somewhere who has 3.2 yards per carry and has some upside.

It‘s time to say goodbye to Zeke.

 

[5Stars]

Zeke actually made Dak...otherwise? That first year does not happen.

 

[John813]

They won't cut him now. Just won't re-sign him, hopefully

 

[raggedy]

fans who say Zeke is good for a short yardage carry aren't taking into account the opportunities lost by having Zeke take up a roster spot, and take away carries from another RB who could possibly break a tackle and run for more than the 3 yards we get from a Zeke carry. Bringing him back was a big mistake. Even before letting him go last season the Cowboys held onto Zeke for two years too many. He was washed long ago.

 

[XXLMike]

Another bad post by this guy I never wanted Elliot back and I would not be upset to see him go.
However, he did his job and then some Sunday night.

 

[5Stars]

fans who say Zeke is good for a short yardage carry aren't taking into account the opportunities lost by having Zeke take up a roster spot, and take away carries from another RB who could possibly break a tackle and run for more than the 3 yards we get from a Zeke carry. Bringing him back was a big mistake. Even before letting him go last season the Cowboys held onto Zeke for two years too many. He was washed long ago.

Dak needed him for the locker room...security blanket to help him calm down, it did not work.

 

[acr731]

There is zero room in the NFL for a sentimental roster spot. It‘s time to let Zeke go with thanks for all his glory days in Dallas. Those glory days left the building a few years ago. We can find another RB somewhere who has 3.2 yards per carry and has some upside.

It‘s time to say goodbye to Zeke.

Ref the bold - There's plenty of room when you don't have plans to compete for championships. Name one move Jerry or Stephen has made over the past 6 months that says they are focused on getting past the wildcard round. There weren't any. Some may say look at Dak and his contract for proof - that was nothing more than another sentimental move. No one in their right mind believes Dak can lead this team to a super bowl, including Jerry, and Dak doesn't really seem to want it himself. His focus is on money and how much he can rake in, nothing more.

 

[ChronicCowboy]

I think Zeke is here as a pacifier for Dak more than anything. I think Dak wanted him back. Rico should get all carries outside of 3rd and 1 or 1st and goal inside the 3

 

[HungryLion]

Zeke actually made Dak...otherwise? That first year does not happen.

And that means what to the team in 2024?

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

fans who say Zeke is good for a short yardage carry aren't taking into account the opportunities lost by having Zeke take up a roster spot, and take away carries from another RB who could possibly break a tackle and run for more than the 3 yards we get from a Zeke carry. Bringing him back was a big mistake. Even before letting him go last season the Cowboys held onto Zeke for two years too many. He was washed long ago.

I don’t think he’s taking anyone’s spot or carried unless you think Vaughn is better….

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

And that means what to the team in 2024?

Nothing. Nothing at all lol. He’s just rambling as usual lol.

 

[Bobhaze]

I think Zeke is here as a pacifier for Dak more than anything. I think Dak wanted him back. Rico should get all carries outside of 3rd and 1 or 1st and goal inside the 3

Interesting they chose not to use Zeke on that last second goal line situation in Pittsburg. If short yardage/goal-line situations are his wheelhouse, why didn’t they use him then?

 

[HungryLion]

Nothing. Nothing at all lol. He’s just rambling as usual lol.

I just don’t understand some folks.

All due respect to Zeke. But this situation happens to EVERY RB TO EVER PLAY THE GAME.

Sooner or later they have too many carries on their body and their play falls off a cliff.

It’s not a knock on Zeke. It’s just a reality of life.

I don’t know why some fans can’t just accept it.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

I think Zeke is here as a pacifier for Dak more than anything. I think Dak wanted him back. Rico should get all carries outside of 3rd and 1 or 1st and goal inside the 3

I’m sure Dak would’ve rather have had Henry. Zeke being here is exactly why Witten came back and why all the these other guys are back. This is what the front office does.

 

[5Stars]

Interesting they chose not to use Zeke on that last second goal line situation in Pittsburg. If short yardage/goalie situations are his wheelhouse, why didn’t they use him then?

Ask the Coach? Damn...

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

I just don’t understand some folks.

All due respect to Zeke. But this situation happens to EVERY RB TO EVER PLAY THE GAME.

Sooner or later they have too many carries on their body and their play falls off a cliff.

It’s not a knock on Zeke. It’s just a reality of life.

I don’t know why some fans can’t just accept it.

Yeah we ran him into the ground. His body can’t do it anymore and I don’t knock him for it he left it all out there.

 

[HungryLion]

Yeah we ran him into the ground. His body can’t do it anymore and I don’t knock him for it he left it all out there.

Exactly. He’s only human. Even the toughest human body can only take so much punishment.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Interesting they chose not to use Zeke on that last second goal line situation in Pittsburg. If short yardage/goalie situations are his wheelhouse, why didn’t they use him then?

Zekes shoulder was shot but people suspect we may see Cook sooner than later. I think his shoulder was why he wasn’t out there though.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Exactly. He’s only human. Even the toughest human body can only take so much punishment.

Yep and he pretty much was durable. He will go down as one my favorites but yeah maybe you can get a few 3rd and 1s out of him but honestly I don’t think it’s nothing Dowdle can’t do. And Dowdle seems to hold up in pass protection well the two things we thought Zeke could offer worst case.

 

[ChronicCowboy]

Interesting they chose not to use Zeke on that last second goal line situation in Pittsburg. If short yardage/goalie situations are his wheelhouse, why didn’t they use him then?

Rico was hot…but that fumble was huge. He may not get another chance at the goal line.