The Cowboys released Ezekiel Elliott for what reason?

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Dallas has formally released Ezekiel Elliot less than an hour before the start of the new league season.

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Elliott played for the Cowboys for seven seasons and was selected as an AP All-Pro as a rookie.

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Elliott has now appeared in three Pro Bowls and twice finished first in the NFL in rushing yards.

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Although it may come as a surprise to some, Elliott was released by the Cowboys after a disappointing year.

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Elliott had a career-low 876 running yards and lacked the same explosion he had in the beginning of his career.

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The reason for Dallas choice to release a player who has been a franchise symbol for seven seasons is based only on his performance.

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Elliott has only gained 4.0 yards per rush on average over the previous three seasons.

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Tony Pollard's development into a starting-caliber back has further exposed Elliott's decline as a runner.

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During the course of his first four seasons, Pollard averaged a staggering 5.1 yards per rush for the Cowboys and was an explosive playmaker.

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