Will Ezekiel Elliott suit up for Chargers in NFL Playoffs?

With their top two running backs hurting, the Chargers might lean on former Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott in the NFL Playoffs.

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) before action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. / Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Just ahead of their season finale, the Dallas Cowboys released Ezekiel Elliott saying they wanted him to have a chance at signing with a contender. That wound up happening with the Los Angeles Chargers signing him to their practice squad on Monday.

The Chargers play on Saturday against the Houston Texans — and there’s a chance Elliott will get called to the active roster.

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Los Angeles released an injury report on Tuesday and their top two running backs were limited.

tuesday’s #LACvsHOU injury report pic.twitter.com/7MFN3DKlEf

— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) January 7, 2025

Both J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards are dealing with ankle injuries. Dobbins was able to play in their Week 18 finale while Edwards hasn’t suited up since Dec. 19.

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) before action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. / Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Elliott spent seven seasons in Dallas before being released in 2023. After one year with the New England Patriots, he was re-signed by the Cowboys.

His second tenure was rocky and included a one-game suspension at one point. He averaged just 3.1 yards per attempt and had 226 yards on the ground.

Despite those struggles, he could wind up with a shot to redeem himself in front of a national audience if either Dobbins or Edwards can’t play.

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