Cowboys Legend Wins Divorce Battle, Protects $20 Million From Ex-Wife After Two Years of Legal War
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Dallas, TX – October 1, 2025
For years, Ezekiel Elliott symbolized power, grit, and loyalty in Dallas. But after his divorce from Tiffany Thompson turned into a two-year courtroom battle, the Cowboys legend proved he could fight just as hard off the field.

Elliott, who earned $75.8 million across nine NFL seasons, faced claims from his ex-wife seeking massive financial support. But forensic audits revealed Thompson had hidden joint assets and spent recklessly on personal luxuries without Elliott’s knowledge.
The turning point came when Judge Michael Rodriguez ruled that Elliott would protect more than $20 million in assets, including investments, real estate, and savings. Instead of permanent alimony, Thompson was granted only eight months of transitional support.
The decision marked a major win for the former Cowboys star, whose 2019 six-year, $90 million deal once made him the NFL’s highest-paid running back. Despite challenges in his post-Cowboys career, Elliott’s financial future is now secured.
Elliott broke his silence after the ruling: “I’ve carried the ball for my team and my family, but this was the hardest fight. Tiffany deserves her share for raising our family — but she cannot take it all.”
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