**Breaking: The New Orleans Saints are waiving RB Ezekiel Elliott, a source confirmed to ESPN.**
In a surprising move, the New Orleans Saints have decided to waive running back Ezekiel Elliott, ending his brief stint with the team. Elliott, a former Pro Bowl player and 2016 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, had been expected to contribute significantly to the Saints’ backfield this season. However, despite high expectations, his performance has reportedly not met the team’s needs, leading to the decision to part ways.
Elliott was initially signed by the Saints after a series of underwhelming seasons with the Dallas Cowboys, where he spent most of his career after being drafted fourth overall in 2016. Once considered one of the league’s top running backs, Elliott’s production had declined in recent years due to injuries and the emergence of younger talents in Dallas.
New Orleans will now look to other options in their backfield, which includes Alvin Kamara, and possibly explore free-agent running backs to strengthen the roster for the remainder of the season. Elliott, who remains a talented but inconsistent force, will now likely explore opportunities elsewhere as he aims to revive his career. His next destination could be pivotal in determining the trajectory of his future in the NFL.
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