Ezekiel Elliott: 5 Things to Know About the Ohio State Star RB

Who is Ezekiel Elliott?

Ezekiel "Zeke" Elliott is a 27-year-old American football running back who is a free agent. He played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes, where he was a two-time All-American and won the 2014 College Football Playoff National Championship.

1. NFL Career

Elliott was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He has since earned three Pro Bowl selections and two rushing titles. In 2016, he set the NFL rookie record for rushing yards in a season with 1,631 yards.

2. College Accolades

Elliott was one of the most decorated running backs in college football history. He won the Doak Walker Award as the nation's top running back in 2015 and was named a consensus All-American. He also set Ohio State's single-season rushing record with 1,878 yards in 2015.

3. Physical Attributes

Elliott is known for his combination of size, speed, and agility. He is 6-foot-0 and weighs 225 pounds. He runs a 4.47-second 40-yard dash and has a vertical jump of 35 inches.

4. Off-Field Issues

Elliott has faced some off-field issues during his career. In 2017, he was suspended for six games for violating the NFL's domestic violence policy. In 2019, he was arrested for possession of marijuana.

5. Free Agency

Elliott became a free agent in March 2023 after the Cowboys declined to pick up his fifth-year contract option. He is considered one of the top free agents available this offseason.