Ezekiel Elliott’s six game suspension from the NFL for domestic violence has been blocked by a federal judge.
Federal Judge Amos Mazzant granted Dallas Cowboys star’s injunction against the suspension on the basis he did not receive a fair hearing process by the NFL, according to multiple reports.
Ezekiel Elliott and Cowboys with the big victory today. Federal Judge Amos Mazzant grants Zeke an injunction meaning could play all season.
— Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) September 8, 2017
Asked meaning of judge ruling that Ezekiel Elliott “did not receive a fundamentally fair hearing”, source texted, “Zeke plays all year.”
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 8, 2017
Judge said Ezekiel Elliott DID NOT receive a fair hearing before the NFL arbitrator, so he granted a TRO blocking the suspension. pic.twitter.com/CLMhrP6pjM
— FOX 4 NEWS (@FOX4) September 8, 2017
Ezekiel Elliott now likely gets to play this season, but NFL and NFLPA are awaiting further explanation.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 8, 2017
Breaking: #Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott has been granted on his request for a “preliminary injunction.” pic.twitter.com/CifzXvgnyi
— Josina Anderson (@JosinaAnderson) September 8, 2017
The elite running back was suspended for six games after he allegedly beat Tiffany Thompson, a woman who he allegedly had an intimate relationship as well.
The judge’s decision means Elliott will likely now be able to play all season.
This is a developing situation. Check back for updates.