Jerry Jones, Ezekiel Elliott’s agent trade statements on release

In the midst of a disappointing season the Dallas Cowboys have parted ways with former All-Pro running back Ezekiel Elliott. The team granted Elliott’s release request Tuesday, allowing the ninth-year veteran to sign with a playoff-bound team and pursue a championship.

After the move was finalized, both Cowboys’ owner Jerry Jones and Elliott’s agent Rocky Arceneaux of Alliance Sports released statements.

“Out of respect and appreciation for Zeke and wanting to provide him with an opportunity to pursue any potential playoff participation possible, we are releasing him from the Cowboys roster today. As I have said many times previously, Zeke’s impact as one of the greatest to ever play with the Star on their helmet will never change and is etched in our record books and history forever. We thank him, love him and wish him the absolute best,” Jones’ statement read, per Ian Rapoport on X.

Meanwhile, Arceneaux added, “I’d like to thank Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys for affording Zeke this unique opportunity in granting us our release. Even though nothing is imminent, Zeke is excited about the possibilities and is grateful. He’s got a lot of good football left in him and will remain a Dallas Cowboy for life,” via Ian Rapoport.

After spending last season with the New England Patriots, Elliott returned to Dallas for his eighth year with the franchise. He will now hit waivers and can be added by any team interested in acquiring the three-time Pro Bowler.