Ezekiel Elliott has an appeal to plan for, but that hasn't negated his capacity to help others.

Only a day away from learning if he'll be forced to either serve a six-game suspension or push the matter to federal court in what could easily be a lengthy and hard-fought war, the star Dallas Cowboys' running back isn't so consumed in his own problems that he can't see the tragedy happening in southeast Texas.

The aftermath of Hurricane Harvey is tragically historic, and he's doing what he can to help those in need -- while challenging his teammates to take his lead and do the same.

This is a side of Elliott that's been seen before, shortly after his now-famous "kettle-hop" celebration. That one act not only helped raised nearly $1 million dollars in immediate donations, but Elliott himself was willing to match any NFL fine for the jump with a dollar-to-dollar match to the Salvation Army.

The fine never came, but the donation still occurred in the amount of -- you guessed it -- $21,000.

Every little bit will help the areas devastated by Harvey, and the Cowboys are stepping up in a big way. Elliott's contribution will combine with the $1M donation from the team's front office, as well as donations and efforts from players like All-Pro tight end Jason Witten and more.

America's Team, indeed.

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