Hopes high! a true cowboy turned New England favorite Patriot. Just a few weeks back, the legendary HC Bill Belichick roped in the two-time league rushing champ, none other than Ezekiel Elliott himself, to don the Patriots‘ colors and serve the nation right.

Now, why’d Zeke decide to hitch his wagon to the Patriots, people ask? Well, it turns out he found Tom Brady‘s 6-time championship-winning head coach to be quite the “funny guy.” That’s right when Zeke was quizzed about what gets him all fired up about being part of the New England Patriots, he couldn’t help but chuckle about Coach Belichick’s wit.

Ezekiel Elliott’s funny take on his new Coach

Straight from the horse’s mouth, Zeke himself shared his thoughts: “Shoot, just going out and competing for a championship,” he declared to the Patriots’ website. He’s all in for a team that’s looking to keep that running game strong and maintain that well-oiled balance.

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But let’s mosey on over to Zeke’s thoughts on his new coach, Mr. Bill Belichick. Zeke’s got nothing but praise for the old man, calling him a great coach and a really funny character. “He’s a great coach. He’s a funny guy.” also mentioned, “He demands excellence of this team, and he knows how to get it out of you.”

And, Zeke’s been tearing up the turf in practice lately. He’s been ramping up his game in those recent sessions, and that fire he’s bringing has got his new teammates all sorts of pumped. NE can feel the energy, the drive, and the leadership that this seasoned running back is bringing to the table.

Tighten your seat belts, Patriots fans, ’cause in just 18 short days, these Patriots are gonna be hosting those fierce Philadelphia Eagles in the grand showdown on Sunday, September 10th, marking the regular-season opener.

Michael Lombardi pre-hints at Cowboys’ possible move to Patriots

After a good old seven seasons riding with the Cowboys, Zeke was let loose in March, making him one of the unrestricted free agents. Dallas cut their star loose on March 15th, Now, rumor has it that Zeke and his fellow cowboy, Dalvin Cook, had themselves a little “secret plan” to sign up with these Patriots. Former Patriots exec Michael Lombardi, talking on “The Pat McAfee Show,” tipped his hat and claimed they’d hitch their wagons with the Pats about two weeks before kicking off the season. “I think Dalvin and Zeke are gonna sign with two weeks to go (before the season starts),” according to SI Lombardi said, “I think both know where they’re gonna go. I think both don’t want to play yet until camp gets over.”

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Now, where’d Lombardi wrangle this bit of news from? Well, that’s anyone’s guess. But as for why Zeke chose to don the Patriot colors, it’s a mutual admiration society. He’s got a hankering for this team and can’t say enough good things about the way Coach Belichick steers the ship.

Mind that Zeke turned 28 just this month. New England saw the chance and roped him in for a one-year deal worth a hefty sum, potentially reaching up to $6 million, according to those in the know. If wondering how Zeke’s been holding up in practice? Well, Coach Belichick’s been keeping an eye on him, watching how he’s getting ready.

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