Ezekiel Elliott Out for Cowboys-Falcons Game

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott will not play against the Atlanta Falcons due to disciplinary reasons and will not travel with the team. This marks the first time in his career that he has been a healthy scratch in a non-season finale. Elliott has struggled this season, accumulating just 149 rushing yards on 48 carries with two touchdowns. Dalvin Cook has been elevated from the practice squad to take on a larger role in Elliott's absence, along with Rico Dowdle, who is expected to be active after missing last week. The Cowboys' rushing attack has been criticized for being the worst in the NFL, leading to scrutiny over the team's handling of the running back position. The game is set for Sunday at noon and will be broadcast on FOX 4.