Ezekiel Elliott Fantasy Football Week 17 Scouting Report

Ezekiel Elliott
RB
, Dallas Cowboys

Age: 29
Weight: 228 lbs
Height: 6' 0"
College: Ohio State

ADP: 116
Depth Chart Ranking: 2

Pts	RuYds	RuTD	Rec	RecYds
45.3	224	3	12	69

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by Spencer Babbitt

· Sep 18, 2020 · 3:15 PM EDT

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 2 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 2 vs. Atlanta Falcons
Ezekiel Elliott posted a classic Zeke performance in Week 1 by gaining 96 rushing yards on 22 carries, adding 31 receiving yards on three receptions, and scoring two total touchdowns. Zeke looked as good as ever as he ran over the Rams defense with vision and power. He also remained a solid part of the passing game where he attracted four targets and converted a screen pass into a touchdown. This week Zeke gets a Falcons defense that the Seahawks stomped in Week 1, so he should have no problem feasting for another huge fantasy performance. It is worth noting that the Falcons allowed Seahawks RB Chris Carson, not normally a receiving back, to catch two touchdowns last week. Elliott is a surefire RB1 in Week 2 and arguably the top running back play in the league.

by Spencer Babbitt

· Sep 11, 2020 · 9:20 AM EDT

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 1 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 1 vs. Los Angeles Rams
Ezekiel Elliott will take on the Rams Sunday night in what is projected to be a high-scoring season opener for two of the fastest-paced offenses in the NFL. The Rams were a decent run defense last season, but Zeke is among the safest bets in the entire league to clear 20 touches in Week 1 given his massive workload and the shootout potential this game presents. Even with Dak Prescott ascending as a passer, Elliott posted 111 scrimmage yards per game last season. Lock Elliott into lineups as a strong RB1 play and watch him go to work Sunday night.

by Spencer Babbitt

· Jul 15, 2020 · 9:14 AM EDT

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - 2020 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside
Ezekiel Elliott has been an elite fantasy producer since entering the league in 2016 and it's hard to envision that changing in 2020, even with a new head coach in town. Elliott should return as the feature back for a Dallas offense that is poised to explode this season. The Cowboys showed the willingness to use Elliott as a workhorse back even after drafting talented backup Tony Pollard last year. Elliott finished 2019 ranked first among running backs in red-zone touches, second in carries, fifth in snap share, and ninth in targets. He turned that workload into a fifth-place finish in fantasy points at the position by amassing the fourth-most rushing yards and fifth-most touchdowns of any running back. While that usage might be enough to satisfy those considering using a top pick on Elliott by itself, there is reason to think he could achieve an even higher finish this season. Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore is set to maintain playcalling duties so we can have some confidence Elliott’s role should not change drastically, plus the Dallas offense has an even higher ceiling this season with Dak Prescott continuing to improve and Ceedee Lamb added to the passing game. Elliott has one of the safest floors in all of fantasy due to his extensive usage in a high-scoring offense and drafters should feel confident using a high pick on him in 2020.

Fantasy Downside
Concerns with Elliott’s fantasy projection are hard to come by, but it's possible that the Cowboys experience regression this season and his individual production would almost certainly suffer as a result. Another concern is Tony Pollard taking on a larger role in his second season. Pollard impressed in limited snaps last season, and it is possible the new coaching staff gives him more touches in 2020. Given that the Cowboys played at one of the fastest paces in the league in 2019, any additional touches for Pollard would likely come out of Elliott’s total.

2020 Bottom Line
Elliott projects to carry a massive workload for one of the best offenses in the league. He should finish among the league leaders in carries again this year, and he gets enough looks in the passing game to maintain an elite floor. His attachment to the Cowboys’ offense means he should see a ton of red zone and goal line touches. Elliott is once again an elite RB1 and has an argument to be picked as high as second overall.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 27, 2019 · 5:44 PM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 17 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 vs Washington
The Cowboys are facing criticism again for the lack of carries for Ezekiel Elliot last week against Philly. He ended up with only 13 carries, but because he had seven catches, he did end up with 20 touches. Total yardage was 87 and zero touchdowns.

Elliot faces the Redskins who are ranked 29th in aFPA to running backs. He rushed for 111 yards and a touchdown in the first meeting with Washington back in Week 2 and has had success against them during his career.

It seems every time Dallas is criticized for not getting Elliot enough, they feed him even more. Expect a huge game for him as the Cowboys have to win to still have a chance for the playoffs. Elliot ranks the highest fantasy running back for Week 17.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 20, 2019 · 9:00 PM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 16 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 16 at Philadelphia
Ezekiel Elliot eclipsed the 100-yard mark for the first time since Week 9 and put up 160 total yards from scrimmage. He also had two touchdowns. It's safe to say that Zeke helped many fantasy owners advance to the next round of their playoffs. With the division on the line, we expect his workload to remain 20+ touches per game.

Elliot will face the Eagles who are 14th in aFPA to running backs. When the teams met the first time this season, he rushed for 111 yards and a touchdown. We expect similar results this time around.

Start Elliot as an RB1 in all leagues and formats. The Cowboys won't hold him back and Elliot produces most of the time when that happens.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 14, 2019 · 9:58 AM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 15 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 vs Los Angeles Rams
Ezekiel Elliot continues to be a fantasy stud. He eclipsed 20 touches again and rushed for 81 yards and two touchdowns. The good news is the Elliot has been the focus of the Cowboys offensive game plans even with Dallas struggling to win games.

Elliot has a tougher matchup this week against the Rams who are 9th in aFPA to running backs. Los Angeles will try to key on him so even though he will get his touches, we don't expect the numbers to be overwhelming.

Start Elliot for Week 15 in all leagues and formats as an RB1. He isn't one of the top plays this week at the position, but will still put up good numbers.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 04, 2019 · 1:03 PM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 14 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 at Chicago
Ezekiel Elliot had another solid game with 19 touches for 137 yards. The running game was limited to 12 carries, but Elliot made up for it with seven receptions. He was held out of the end zone for the fourth time in five games.

The Bears defense has been good but vulnerable against the run. They are ranked 23rd in aFPA to running backs. Elliot will need to get more carries to assure he gets the fantasy numbers we expect.

We think he will be back over 20 touches this week and is ranked as a top 5 fantasy running back for Week 14. Start him in all leagues and formats.