Former Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott signs autographs during the 2019 Spring game. Credit: Jack Westerheide | Lantern File Photo An Ohio State running back who was once known for his “crop-top” jersey and “feed me” celebratory motion after a several-yard gain is now a free agent and has been for over three months. Ezekiel Elliott was released from the Dallas Cowboys March 15 after having the most inefficient season of his career — 876 yards over 15 games — and being moved from starter to backup behind teammate Tony Pollard. He still had two years remaining in his six-year, $90 million deal that he signed in 2019, but after dropping his contract, the Cowboys saved nearly $11 million in cap space, according to their website. But why hasn’t the former star been signed? According to Bleacher Report, the average running back has three good years in the NFL.…
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