Ezekiel Elliott's playing days are far from over. Just three years removed from being drafted, the Dallas Cowboys running back figures to be among the most dynamic playmakers in the NFL for at least the next half decade, health and availability provided. But after narrowly avoiding another suspension from the league office earlier this week, it's safe to say a return to his football roots helped Elliott put his career and success in perspective.
The 23-year-old was back in his native St. Louis this week, hosting a youth football camp that was free to the public and featured approximately 800 children.
“St. Louis is really close to my heart,” Elliott said at the camp, per 247 Sports. “I mean, this field right here is where I scored my first touchdown. This is where it all started. It's just great to get back out here with the kids and give back, and help them become better football players and better people.
“…I got a lot of guys out here that I grew up playing football with and that are still my best friends today. Through this game, I was able to create some of the most important relationships I have in my life. It's just great to be back. It feels great to know that it all started here, and that I'm able to come back here and do something special for these kids — give them a special day.”
Elliott met with commissioner Roger Goodell on Tuesday to address an incident at a Las Vegas music festival in May that ended with him being briefly handcuffed. Shortly thereafter, the league issued a statement announcing that he didn't break the personal-conduct policy and would face no further discipline.
A two-time Pro Bowler, Elliottl led the NFL in rushing last season with 1,434 yards.
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