NFL Rumors & News: Travis Etienne, Zay Jones, Ezekiel Elliott (Fantasy Football)

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Fantasy Football Rumors & News

Check out the latest news and notes around the NFL.

Travis Etienne‘s fifth-year option exercised
Travis Etienne had his fifth-year option exercised by the Jaguars on Monday morning.

Fantasy Impact

Etienne is an integral piece of the Jaguars’ offense and it certainly seems that the Jaguars value him as such. He should begin contract negotiations with them soon.

Sam Wagman

Zay Jones released by Jaguars
Zay Jones has been released by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Fantasy Impact

Jones has been a member of the Jaguars for the past two seasons, but now he will hit the open market as a free agent after Jacksonville released him on Tuesday. The team likely feels more secure about their receiving core after bringing in Gabe Davis and rookie Brian Thomas Jr. this offseason, and letting the veteran go will also open the door for Parker Washington to get more reps, who flashed some potential in his limited action last year. Jones is a talented player and could find fantasy relevance if he lands with the right team.

Leo Sells

Ezekiel Elliott agrees to deal with Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys and RB Ezekiel Elliott have agreed to terms.

Fantasy Impact

Elliott will rejoin the Cowboys after one season away from the team. With Tony Pollard leaving in free agency, the Cowboys were in need of some running back depth. Elliott had a strong season in New England, tallying 642 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 184 rushing attempts.

Jesse Garcia