Finally, Ezekiel Elliott is off the market.
The veteran running back is signing a one-year deal with the New England Patriots, according to reports. Elliott, 28, visited the Patriots earlier this summer after being released by the Dallas Cowboys this offseason.
“New England loves Rhamondre Stevenson, but they’ve been seeking running back to bang it between the tackles,” explained NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. “Add that and Zeke’s prowess in pass blocking and it all works. He lands in NE.”
New England loves Rhamondre Stevenson, but they’ve been seeking running back to bang it between the tackles. Add that and Zeke’s prowess in pass blocking and it all works. He lands in NE. https://t.co/NbL48mbN82
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 14, 2023
Fans and media alike have been discussing the Elliott signing on social media this afternoon.
“There’s your running back depth Much-needed with Pierre Strong missing the past two practices, Ty Montgomery’s status uncertain, and no clear backup to Rhamondre Stevenson,” said Pats beat writer Taylor Kyles.
There’s your running back depth
Much-needed with Pierre Strong missing the past two practices, Ty Montgomery’s status uncertain, and no clear backup to Rhamondre Stevenson https://t.co/6ZYnBifBIy
— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) August 14, 2023
“This backfield is going to be interesting for fantasy football,” said YouTuber Crumble Takes.
This backfield is going to be interesting for fantasy football
— Crumbletakes (@Crumbletakes) August 14, 2023
“Wonder what he has left in the tank. Could be a decent fit,” a Titans fan added.
Wonder what he has left in the tank. Could be a decent fit.
— Caleb ∞ (@AktomicGaming) August 14, 2023
“Undefeated season on the way lol,” joked the Pats Buzz Twitter fan account.
Undefeated season on the way lol
— Pats Buzz (@PatsBuzz) August 14, 2023
Elliott was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft out of Ohio State.
A two-time NFL rushing champion, he finished his tenure in Dallas with 8,262 rushing yards, 68 rushing touchdowns and 80 total touchdowns.