The 9-year veteran saw career-low numbers in every major category and was finally released Dec. 31 so that he might sign with a contender.

Ezekiel Elliott's desire to land with a playoff contender for the remainder of this season has paid off after reportedly agreeing to a deal with the

Elliott is joining the Chargers’ practice squad just a few days before they face the Texans in an AFC wild-card playoff matchup.