Former Dallas defensive coordinator Dan Quinn has done a great job in his first year as Washington’s head coach and quarterback Jayden Daniels is in the conversation for Rookie of the Year as the franchise is on its way to the postseason for the first time since 2020. Here are five things fans should know about the Cowboys’ next opponent:

The Dallas Cowboys released running back Ezekiel Elliott for the second time in his career on Tuesday before the team's Week 18 finale against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones gave a statement about releasing Elliott shortly after the news dropped.

What We Know: The Cowboys released Elliott on Tuesday ahead of the Week 18 finale against the Washington Commanders, according to FOX Sports. Reports say Elliott requested his release in hopes of landing with a playoff contender for the rest of the season.

The second go-round for Ezekiel Elliott with the Dallas Cowboys is concluding. It was reported Tuesday the NFC East team is releasing its former star running back. Elliott had 226 rushing yards this season.

Dallas says goodbye (again) to their third all-time leading rusher as Elliott looks to possibly join playoff-bound team