Ezekiel Elliott, a well-known name in the NFL, has garnered recognition as a three-time Pro Bowler, two-time rushing champion, and one-time All-Pro. But before his rise to fame in the football world, Elliott was raised by two former student-athletes who instilled in him the values of hard work and dedication.
Born on July 22, 1995, in Alton, Illinois, Ezekiel is the son of Stacy Elliott and Dawn Huff Elliott. His parents first crossed paths as student-athletes at the University of Missouri, where his father Stacy played college football. After his college career, Stacy went on to assist Ohio State in recruiting players and now operates a sports management agency called The Fifth Down.
Dawn, on the other hand, was a standout three-sport athlete in high school and a track and field star at the University of Missouri. The couple also has two daughters, both of whom have followed in their parents’ athletic footsteps. Lailah Elliott, one of Ezekiel’s sisters, competed on Ohio State’s track and field team and graduated in 2020. Their youngest daughter is currently a member of her high school’s track and field team.
As for Ezekiel, he made a name for himself as the fourth overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys. After a successful stint with the Cowboys, he was released in 2023 and subsequently signed a one-year contract with the New England Patriots. Despite speculation about his future in the NFL, the Cowboys surprised many by re-signing him to a one-year deal in April 2024.
The contract, valued at $3 million with $2 million guaranteed, solidifies Ezekiel Elliott’s return to the team that kickstarted his professional football career. With his family’s unwavering support and his own determination, Elliott continues to make strides in the NFL, leaving a lasting impact both on and off the field.
