Week 14 vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Ezekiel Elliot's streak of 100+ rushing yard games came to end at three last week. However, he still had 29 touches in the game and scored a touchdown for the fourth straight game. He remains the No. 1 offensive weapon in Dallas and that isn't changing anytime soon.
Zeke will face the Eagles who he torched for 151 yards in their meeting back in Week 10. He had two touchdowns in that game including one in the air. In three career meetings with Philly, Elliot is averaging 116 yards per game. He will continue to get the touches as the passing game has really helped his overall numbers this season. Start Elliot in all leagues and formats as a top-five fantasy running back for Week 14.
Week 13 vs. New Orleans Saints
Ezekiel Elliot has rushed for at least 121 yards in each of his last three games and also has a touchdown over that span. He also has 30+ touches in his last two games. Dallas is on a winning streak and it is not coincidental that Elliot has been carrying the offensive load for the Cowboys.
The matchup is tough this Thursday as Elliot will face the Saints who are 3rd in aFPA to running backs. Don't let that discourage you. The touches are evident that Elliot will produce based on quantity alone. He continues to be a top 5 fantasy running back and should be in your starting lineup in all leagues and formats
Week 12 vs. Washington Redskins
Ezekiel Elliot has had back-to-back 100 yard rushing days and he recorded a season-high 30 touches. Elliot continues to get more involved in the passing game as he was targeted eight times which produced seven receptions. The Cowboys offense has started to show more consistency and that has pushed Elliot up the rankings.
Dallas will face Washington who is 10th in aFPA to running backs. In the first meeting against the Redskins this season, Elliot was held to 42 yards from scrimmage. In four total meeting with Washington, Elliot has averaged 91 yards and a touchdown per game.
Elliot has been playing very well and his fantasy numbers have been better in recent weeks. Start him as a top 5 fantasy running back for Week 12.
Week 11 at Atlanta Falcons
Ezekiel Elliot was a beast Sunday night averaging 7.9 yards per carry, and rushing for 151 yards. He also had six receptions for another 36 yards and another score. It was the first 100-yard rushing performance for Elliot since Week 6 and the 25 touches were the most since that game, as well.
Elliot has a great matchup this week against a bad Atlanta defense. The Falcons are 29th in aFPA to running backs. If the Cowboys continue to get Elliot the ball, the numbers should be high again this Sunday. Start Elliot as a top-five fantasy running back for Week 11 in all leagues and formats.
Week 10 at Philadelphia Eagles
Ezekiel Elliot got his touches back up over 20 and that produced 112 yards. Not his best game, but a solid effort overall. In fact, many critics think he didn't get the ball enough and that helped the Cowboys get the loss. He still remains Dallas' number one offensive weapon.
Elliot will face the Eagles who are 5th in aFPA to running backs. He has had success against Philly in the past even if it was only two games. He combined for 56 touches for 289 yards.
Elliot is usually a top 5 fantasy running back, but the Philly matchup pushes him down the list for Week 10. Start him as a low-end RB1 in all leagues.
Week 9 vs. Tennessee Titans
Ezekiel Elliot's performance before the bye against the Redskins was his worst of the season. Season-lows in rushing and receiving yards and most important - touches for Elliot. We don't expect the low touches to happen again this week even though Tennessee is fourth in aFPA to running backs.
Elliot is an extraordinary talent and even the best have an off game. Expect a nice bounce-back at home after the bye week. Start Elliot in all leagues and formats as a top-five fantasy running back for Week 9.
Week 7 at Washington Redskins
Even against a great Jacksonville defense, Ezekiel Elliot was effective. He ran the ball 24 times for 106 yards and a touchdown in a dominating Dallas win. It was his third 100+ rushing yards game in the last four and he seems to be ready to challenge everyone for the title of best running back in the NFL.
Elliot will face an average Washington run defense and he has averaged 110 rushing yards per game in his three-lifetime meetings against them. This is a great matchup for Week 7 so start Elliot in all leagues and formats as a top-five fantasy running back.
Week 6 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Back-to-back weeks of 27 touches or more is a good sign for owners of Ezekiel Elliot. Last week, the total yardage was low (84) and he has not scored a rushing touchdown since Week 2, but the touches will eventually pay off in both categories. Elliot is by far the most valuable offensive player on the Cowboys, and they will ride him every week.
The matchup this week is not favorable, as the Jags are 2nd in aFPA to running backs. But as long as Elliot gets the ball and targets in the passing game, he is still highly rated in all fantasy formats. Start him as a top 5 running back for Week 6.
Week 5 at Houston Texans
Ezekiel Elliot is proving his rookie season was not a fluke and now has back-to-back 100-yard rushing games. This past week against Detroit he was even more impressive with 29 touches for 240 yards. He added a touchdown to boot.
Elliot will face a Texans defense that is 22nd in aFPA to running backs. With the numbers he has been putting up and the favorable matchup, Elliot is a slam dunk again this week to have a big game. The touches alone make him a top five fantasy running back for Week 5.
Week 4 vs. Detroit Lions
Ezekiel Elliott eclipsed the 100-yard mark for the first time this season last week, finishing with 127 yards on only 16 carries. He did not reach the end zone for the first time this season and he lost a fumble. While he added three catches, they were not impactful.
Elliott will face a bad Detroit run defense this week so expect some big numbers on Sunday. The Cowboys still need to find some more touches for him, but he is due for another big game. Start him in all leagues and formats this week as a top-five fantasy running back.
