Jerry Jones, the owner of the Dallas Cowboys and one of America’s most prominent sports owners is sending mixed messages to Ezekiel Elliott. The latest came on Monday when ESPN reported that an appeals court reversed a ruling in favor of the NFL. That led to speculation that Zeke could be suspended again this season now with only seven games remaining, but Jerry has made it clear he wants him back on his team regardless.,
The “dallas cowboys owner” is Jerry Jones. He recently sent a confusing message to Ezekiel Elliott, which may have set him up for further injury down the road.
After a blazing start that had some Dallas Cowboys supporters believing a Super Bowl participation was on the horizon, the team cooled down dramatically in November. They were defeated by the Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, and Las Vegas Raiders in three games. While Dak Prescott deserves some responsibility for making mistakes on many occasions, Ezekiel Elliott, Dallas’ great running back, is at the heart of the team’s troubles.
This season, Elliott is averaging a career-low 63.8 running yards per game. He’s dealing with a seemingly never-ending set of illnesses and ailments, and it’s affecting his performance. Elliott hasn’t had a 100-yard running game since Week 5, and the Cowboys are increasingly relying on backup RB Tony Pollard to carry the load.
Ezekiel Elliott is certainly not at his best.
Tony Pollard’s game would be much better for the #Cowboys if Ezekiel Elliot’s name was on the roster. Tony Pollard should be the man!!
December 3, 2021 — Emmanuel Acho (@EmmanuelAcho)
Running back in the NFL is a difficult position to hold. Players are subjected to continuous, violent blows, and running backs have a short shelf life. Christian McCaffrey, Derrick Henry, Chris Carson, and Dalvin Cook, to mention a few, are among the starting running backs on injured reserve in the NFL right now.
Elliott has yet to be subjected to an IR trip. But it’s evident that the former first-round selection isn’t himself right now. This weekend, news surfaced that the Cowboys were considering keeping Eliott out of their game against the New Orleans Saints, raising serious concerns about his health.
Zeke was eventually maintained in the starting lineup by Dallas. His efficacy, however, was still limited. On 13 carries, he carried for just 45 yards. In retrospect, they should’ve given him the game off, particularly since it was on short notice (it was a Thursday night game).
In any case, clubs seldom contemplate resting healthy starters midway through the season. Whether the Cowboys want to accept it or not, Elliott is plainly injured to some degree.
The Cowboys and Jerry Jones are delivering a mixed message about Zeke’s health.
Jerry Jones, the owner of the Dallas Cowboys, said that the club expects Ezekiel Elliott to carry a heavy burden against the New Orleans Saints. Zeke isn’t getting any rest. @1053thefan
30 November 2021 — Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr)
Despite all of the speculation surrounding Elliott’s health, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones chose to convey a very different message after the team’s victory against New Orleans on Thursday.
Elliott is not hurt, according to Jones, and he expects him to be 100 percent for the remainder of the season.
Jones told the Dallas Morning News that “his trainers, the folks closest to his health, his medical status, they believe he’s very fine to go.”
“And, so, I don’t see how, after a 10-day break, if you can go through games, if you can push through, that’s better for you than sitting it out.” If you can get through a problem without further injuring it, it really helps your situation. He didn’t damage himself any more last night. As we head towards the last stretch of the season, I’m looking forward to a forceful and dynamic Zeke.”
Ezekiel Elliott is being set up for another injury by the Cowboys.
David Eulitt/Getty Images/Ezekiel Elliott
When it comes to the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones has a reputation for being outspoken. It’s ingrained in his personality. However, this is an example of how his message is hurting his team’s chances of winning.
The Cowboys must determine out why Elliott isn’t 100 percent and handle it. So be it. If that means allowing him to rest and recuperate, so be it. Jones, understandably, wants his high-paid running back on the field. However, the player’s health must be taken into account.
Elliott’s injury is certainly hindering the Cowboys’ ability to win games right now. Continuing to put him out there week after week will just put him in more agony and jeopardize his ability to help Dallas reach the playoffs.
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