Reactions to Clay Travis Saying Ezekiel Elliott ‘Blew It’ With Cowboys Contract

Dallas Cowboys star running back Ezekiel Elliott is very close to signing a new contract which could make him the highest-paid running back in the NFL. But radio host Clay Travis believes Elliott won’t sign a new deal anytime soon and he could miss a game or two until a deal is done.

“I think Ezekiel Elliott blew it,” Travis said on Sunday. “He should have been happy to be the second-highest-paid running back in the entirety of the NFL. This is a bad decision by him. He already has a five-year contract essentially. He’s only played three years, he’s got two years left. I don’t like this move by Ezekiel Elliott.”

Travis went on to say that team owner Jerry Jones should not be talking about the negotiations publicly and with the team looking to re-sign quarterback Dak Prescott and they also just re-signed linebacker Jaylon Smith, Travis believes backup running back Tony Pollard could start in place of Elliott and have some success.

Scroll down to look at reactions to what Travis had to say about Elliott.

Agreeing with Clay

This fan is one the same page as Travis and believes that Elliott hasn’t done much in his career. The fan said, “Huge cowboys fan here, I think Zeke is making a huge mistake. First of all, I’m so sick of this all about the money attitudes. When they haven’t really done anything. If they won the super bowl last year. Then maybe Zeke has a leg to stand on….but NO!”

Very interesting take considering Elliott has led the NFL in rushing two of the last three seasons. 

Response to Clay Supporter

This fan has one question for the guy who is 100 percent behind Travis’ thinking of Elliott making a big mistake. He asked, “So leading the league 2 out of 3 years in rushing isn’t doing anything? Losing games while he was out doesn’t show you need him? Haha, okay ride with TONY and miss the playoffs.”

Not only did Elliott lead the NFL in rushing two of the last three years, but he’s also led the league in carries twice. So Elliott is asking to get the money he thinks he worth considering he’s been the hardest working back in the NFL.

350 Touches

After what Travis had to say about Elliott, this fan only had one thing to say to him. Christian said to Travis, “When you get 350+ touches like Zeke, then talk.”

Last year, Elliott led the NFL with 304 carries in 15 games while he had 322 carries in 15 games back in 2016. In 2017, the Ohio State alum only registered 242 carries only because he was suspended the first six games of the year. 

Elliott Traded?

Based on how everything has gone, this fan has a feeling Elliott won’t be a member of the Cowboys next year. Gizmo said, “They keep saying he’s going to sign. I think this is Le’Veon Bell all over again and will be traded in the offseason because I don’t think the Cowboys can pay him number No. 1 RB in the NFL money and Pollard is their new featured RB. They did the same thing with DeMarco Murray.”

It will be interesting to see what happens, but I don’t think Elliott will be traded after the 2019 season. 

Not Even Close

This fan was all-in with the reports of Elliott being close to a deal. However, since he found out that Zeke wants to be on top of the running back food chain, he doesn’t think a deal is close. Lindlow said, “I was buying all the hype the past couple of days that a deal was near. As long as ZE insists on top money, no deal will be reached.

Believing the Reports

It looks like Travis has not been paying attention to the news according to this fan who said, “Have you missed the reports the past 24 hours?” All reports indicated that a deal is close, but knowing how contract negotiations are, they are a few minor things they have to iron out and that could take some time. 

Fake News

This fan had to let everyone know to stop listening to Travis. The Cowboys fan said, “Bro stop listening to this fake news he has no idea what going on inside.”

Travis is only stating his opinion on this and it’s very likely he has no inside information on the Elliott contract negotiations. And while it’s not the most popular opinion, there are a few experts that feel the same way as Travis when it comes to how Elliott is handling the situation.

Travis to ESPN

Travis would head to ESPN in a heartbeat if they called according to this fan. Abdul said, “I’m pretty sure if ESPN wanted you, you would bolt like the roadrunner from your current position. How is Zeke maximizing his earning potential any different?”

It’s a fair point because ESPN is the big show and that’s a dream for any sports radio host or sports reporter. If Elliott were to wait, he would get a monster contract where his family would be set for life. But there are no guarantees in the future and Elliott is trying to maximize his status in the NFL right now.