Ezekiel Elliott’s dramatic offseason has taken another twist.

The Cowboys star running back privately claimed he will hold out of training camp unless he’s given a new contract, according to Pro Football Talk.

Dallas’ current extension discussions with quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver Amari Cooper have directed a lot of attention away from Elliott, who is also eligible for a new deal. But the Cowboys’ focus is in the right place, considering Prescott and Cooper are due to become free agents next year, while the 23-year-old Elliott still has two years remaining on his rookie deal.

The report comes only a day after it was revealed a Las Vegas security guard pressed charges against Elliott for allegedly knocking him to the ground at a music festival. Elliott’s camp claims the security guard is trying to extort the 2016 fourth-overall pick.

The NFL elected not to suspend Elliott, who had his his fifth-year option for 2020 picked up in April.

Holding out for a contract now might be in his best interest, as his value may never be higher given his production level and age.

With Elliott is set to make $3.85 million in 2019 and just over $9 million in 2020, the two-time NFL rushing champ is looking to get a contract similar to those of fellow running backs Todd Gurley ($14.37 million per year), Le’Veon Bell ($13.13 million per year) and David Johnson ($13 million per year).

If Elliott is taking notes from Chargers running back Melvin Gordon, who is also demanding a new deal, he’s looking to get paid sooner rather than later.