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.

Dallas granted his request, and Elliott will now be eligible to participate in the postseason after signing on to the practice squad of the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday night,

Former Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is joining the Chargers' practice squad ahead of their wild-card playoff game against the Texans.