Ezekiel Elliott is hungry.
The Cowboys once-star back can see his portion has slid across the table. Clearly, he’s looking to get some of it back.
“Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott confirmed he has talked to the coaches about his role and remains dumbfounded by his lack of opportunities at least as [sic] red zone back,” longtime Cowboys reporter Clarence Hill posted to X on Thursday .
Through Dallas’ first five games of the season, Elliott has played 108 snaps— 50 less than the new starter, Rico Dowdle.
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Since reuniting with the Cowboys following a one-year hiatus, Elliott, 29, has rushed for a career-low 3.3 yards per game. The three-time Pro Bowler has added 36 yards through the air on six receptions.
Earlier in his career, Elliott was one of the league’s top backs. He led the NFL in rushing yards twice, including during his rookie campaign in 2016.