Ezekiel Elliott is once again a former Cowboys running back.

For the second time, the Ezekiel Elliott era has come to a close with the Dallas Cowboys. He was waived ahead of the Cowboys’ regular-season finale, which takes place on Sunday against the Washington Commanders.

And now, he’s officially a free agent after going unclaimed on waivers.

A three-time Pro Bowler from 2016 to 2022 with the Cowboys, Elliott racked up 8,262 yards and led the NFL in rushing yards in both 2016 and 2018. He was released by the Cowboys after the 2022 season and later signed with the New England Patriots.

He returned to the Cowboys with a one-year contract after the 2024 NFL Draft and racked up 226 yards and three touchdowns on 74 total carries this season; he also had 69 yards on 12 receptions.

Ezekiel Ezekiel was released from the Cowboys for the second time 

Oct 6, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Dallas won 20-17. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones announced the roster move on Tuesday, voicing his thanks to Elliott while also wanting to allow him a chance to participate in the NFL postseason, via ESPN.

“Out of respect and appreciation for Zeke and wanting to provide him with an opportunity to pursue any potential playoff participation possible, we are releasing him from the Cowboys roster today. As I have said many times previously, Zeke’s impact as one of the greatest to ever play with the Star on their helmet will never change and is etched in our record books and history forever. We thank him, love him and wish him the absolute best.”

Earlier this season, Elliott scored his 71st touchdown as a member of the Cowboys; only Tony Dorsett (72) and Emmitt Smith (153) have more in team history.

Elliott now has the chance to sign with another NFL club to provide them with depth for a postseason run.