Jerry Jones might be preparing a move that could result in the return of a former household name on the day of the NFL Draft.
Because of their lack of activity, Dallas Cowboys supporters may have thought free agency never happened.
Only two outside free agents have been added to America’s Team’s roster, while numerous well-known players have left.
With the Cowboys roster thinned, linebacker Erik Kendricks and running back Royce Freeman inked contracts.
Dallas Cowboys plan to add young starters to their roster to strengthen it.
The Cowboys will try to preserve their offseason starting today.
Since the Jones family has stated that this is the primary method of expanding their roster, all roads have led to the NFL Draft.
Since major players’ alluring contracts are expected to take up a lot of cap space, cheaper rookies are the tool used to balance the books.
Last month, Dallas Cowboys reporter Michael Gehlken wrote on X that it was worthwhile to keep an eye on Ezekiel Elliott’s potential comeback.
Elliot may now be in the process of negotiating a contract with the Cowboys front office that would bring him back home.
Ezekiel Elliott might be coming back home after spending a season away.
Breaking news that the Cowboys have initiated contact with their former superstar and his agency was revealed by NFL Insider Ian Rapoport.
Furthermore, the report emphasized that both parties were in talks and that no agreement had been reached.
If the three-time Pro Bowler was to return to Dallas, he would join a rushing core withered down to its bare bones.
Furthermore, both Elliott and Freeman are predominantly short-yardage and goal-to-go rushers.
Elliott still has life in his legs and would serve as a mentor to a rookie
The NFL rushing leader in 2016 took on more responsibility at the tail end of the 2023 season with the New England Patriots.
In week 14, after starter Rhamondre Stevenson was injured, the 28-year-old rushed for 140 scrimmage yards and received a touchdown.
There are still legs in the tank for the former Cowboy as he showed in 2023.
If he were to join, he would relegate Freeman to third-string and would be paired alongside the rookie the franchise is expected to draft.
The Cowboys are ‘zeroed in on’ Texas rusher Johnathon Brooks and Elliott could serve as an excellent mentor.
Nonetheless, progressive talks will be put on hold until after the draft.
