The Dallas Cowboys and three-time Pro Bowl running back Ezekiel Elliott underwent their second divorce in as many seasons when they granted his release Tuesday. Elliott asked to be let go in an effort to potentially sign with a playoff team.

A failed attempt to restore glory in Dallas for Ezekiel Elliott came to an end on Tuesday. How did it get there?

Ezekiel Elliott came out of Ohio State as a highly touted draft prospect. After three years in Scarlet and Gray, Elliott was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys as the first running back off the board and No.