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.

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.

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 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.

The 9-year veteran saw career-low numbers in every major category and was finally released Dec. 31 so that he might sign with a contender.

Elliott is joining the Chargers’ practice squad just a few days before they face the Texans in an AFC wild-card playoff matchup.

Just five days before the Dallas Cowboys played their season finale, three-time Pro Bowl running back Ezekiel Elliott asked to be released with the hope of latching on with a playoff-bound team to chase a Super Bowl ring.