After signing a one-year deal with the New England Patriots, RB Zeke Elliott indulged himself into a new haircut.
Well, with his latest haircut the former Dallas Cowboys running back has completely changed his outlook.
According to NFL Media Ian Rapoport, Elliott’s deal with the Patriots is reportedly up to $6 million.
The #Patriots are expected to sign former #Cowboys star RB Ezekiel Elliott to a 1-year deal worth up to $6M after his successful FA visit earlier in camp, per me and @TomPelissero. Some backfield help for NE and a new home for Zeke… who plans to rock his No. 15 from college. pic.twitter.com/LrdbpHp17h
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 14, 2023
According to ESPN, the deal inculcates a $3 million base salary and a $1 million signing bonus.
Compensation update: Zeke Elliott’s one-year deal with the Patriots includes a $3 million base salary, a $1 million signing bonus and can be worth up to $6 million with incentives.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 14, 2023
We get to see Elliott’s new look circulating on social media with short hair and his beard a little bit trimmed.
— Ezekiel Elliott (@EzekielElliott) August 14, 2023
The two-time rushing champion was let go by the Dallas Cowboys in a cap-saving motion.
Elliott will now be playing for the Patriots wearing No. 15, the same one he wore when he played at Ohio State.
Elliott also took to Instagram and Twitter, showing fans his new haircut.
For the Patriots, the running back is said to provide them with solace. With the NFL free-agency market, Elliott among other veterans had been struggling to secure deals.
As a three-time Pro Bowl and two-time All-Pro selection, Elliott has received several accolades and awards throughout his career.
He was awarded the Graham–George Offensive Player of the Year in 2015, and also won the Ameche–Dayne Running Back of the Year award in the same year.
