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Elliott officially a no-show at Cowboys camp

Field Level Media

July 26, 2019 at 6:35 pm.

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott missed the opening of training camp on Friday, not present for the team physical or a conditioning run, NFL Network reported.

He was not on the team’s plane headed to the Oxnard, Calif., camp on Thursday but could have traveled on his own to meet the report date.

Coach Jason Garrett said earlier in the week he expected Elliott to report.

Elliott is the second high-profile running back to hold out. Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon also was a no-show.

Elliott, who was the fourth overall selection by the Cowboys in the 2016 NFL Draft, will make $3.85 million in the upcoming season, with an option in 2020 for $9.10 million.

The Ohio State product rushed for an NFL-leading 1,434 yards in 2018, and his 95.6 yards per game also led the league. He had six rushing touchdowns and three receiving.

Elliott, 24, has started all 40 games he has played in over the past three seasons. He has rushed for 4,048 yards on 868 carries with 28 touchdowns. He also has 135 receptions for 1,199 yards and six more TDs.

He is expected to be seeking a deal similar to that given to Todd Gurley of the Los Angeles Rams, who is under contract for four years and $57.5 million.

-Field Level Media