The 9-year veteran saw career-low numbers in every major category and was finally released Dec. 31 so that he might sign with a contender.

Ezekiel Elliott was on the practice field for the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday, after the veteran running back was signed to the practice squad. Elliott was released by the Dallas Cowboys on Dec. 31 so that he could possibly sign with a playoff team seeking an experienced running back.

One doesn’t have to look far online to see NFL fans shrugging off the Los Angeles Chargers adding running back Ezekiel Elliott before the first round of the playoffs. Washed accusations are common when it comes to Elliott these days and the fact he chose the Chargers over other interested teams as he goes ring chasing comes up in the conversations,