Jerry Jones explains silence on Elliott, says team is 'in support of Zeke'

In his first media availability since Ezekiel Elliott was suspended, Jerry Jones chose not to comment on the situation. The Dallas Cowboys owner will remain relatively quiet until a final decision on the suspension is made.

"I don't have anything to say about anything with the commissioner or with anything to do with Zeke at this particular time," Jones said Saturday after the Cowboys' preseason win, according to Kate Hairopoulos of the Dallas Morning News.

Elliott reportedly has an appeal hearing set for Aug. 29, and Jones said he wants to let that process play out before commenting, though he confirmed the Cowboys are supportive of their star rusher.

"Because I have said I just want to get my thoughts together, see some more cards played, and just see kind of how this thing turns out," said Jones, when asked about why he won't comment. "I know that they've got a real important date set and want that to have every opportunity it can to have things in its best light.

"But we certainly are in support of Zeke."

Elliott dressed but didn't play in the Cowboys' contest Saturday, but Jones said he "wouldn't be surprised" if the running back got some snaps in the team's third preseason game.