The Cardinals' Andre Ellington, who averaged 5.5 yards per carry as a rookie, will be the team's every-down running back in 2014, reports Fox Sports 910. However, the report adds, Ellington (5-9, 199) needs to add weight in the offseason after wearing down late in the year.
Ellington already has said he plans to bulk up in preparation for a bigger role. He accounted for 1,023 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns while splitting time with Rashard Mendenhall.
Mendenhall will be an unrestricted free agent.