The Cowboys selected Deuce Vaughn, a former Kansas State University running back, with the 212th overall choice.
This gives Dallas three running backs that are projected to make the final roster, making it less likely that Elliott will return to the team.
"Just remember that Ezekiel Elliott is a free agent and Tony Pollard fractured his ankle," one fan counseled another, explaining why these two factors were significant.
Vaughn is barely 5 feet 5 inches tall, yet he had a tremendous impact when playing for Kansas State.
league after rushing for more than 1,000 yards in two consecutive seasons. He was an All-American in each of his final two college seasons and concluded with 18 touchdowns for the Wildcats in 2021.
Following the conclusion of the NFL Draft, Elliott may attract renewed interest from teams looking to add to their rosters.
Despite injuries in recent years, Elliott remains a viable option at running back for many teams.
Teams will want to bolster their rosters with seasoned veterans, and despite his recent injuries, Elliott is still a potential choice.