FRISCO, Texas -- One day after the Columbus (Ohio) City Attorneys Office decided not to pursue charges against him stemming from allegations of domestic violence toward a former girlfriend, Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Ezekiel Elliott admitted hes learned an important lesson.?Im a target, Elliott said Wednesday in his first public comments. Thats what Ive realized from all of this, and I have to conduct myself that way, so I cannot have any distractions so I can just focus on ball.In July, Tiffany Thompson filed two police reports claiming Elliott abused her and struck her several times ... leaving bruises on her arms. The former Ohio State star, however, told police that he never touched Thompson in a harmful manner, saying she suffered the bruises during a bar fight.On Tuesday, the City Attorneys Office said it declined to pursue charges because of conflicting and inconsistent information. It also said Elliott was cooperative in the investigation and offered affidavits and photographs to support his case.I feel like there has been some damages done, Elliott said of his reputation, but the past is the past. Im focused on now.Elliott, the fourth player taken in the NFL draft, said he wanted to focus on Week 1 opponent the New York Giants.Im ready to leave that all behind me, he said. I really dont want to talk about it much. I tried to block it out and try to focus on football -- whats important. I know I didnt do anything wrong.We were very confident since Day 1. I wasnt really worried that much. I was really focused on ball and let my lawyers and representatives handle the rest.Elliott remains under review by the NFL. A player does not need to be formally charged with a crime to be punished under the leagues personal conduct policy.Last month, Elliott found himself in the news for another reason. He visited a legal marijuana dispensary in Seattle before the teams preseason game against the Seahawks, and afterward, owner Jerry Jones and coach Jason Garrett criticized the rookies decision.The Dallas Morning News, meanwhile, obtained court documents that revealed an exchange of texts messages between Elliott and the former girlfriend regarding whether he thought he might fail a drug test.I know youre stressed out, if you need me, call me. Just do everything you can to pass your drug test tomorrow. Youll be okay. Im here for you, the womans text read.Im gonna pass (the test), Elliott replied.The next text, according to The Dallas Morning News, came from Elliott and read: About to live in this sauna the next 24 hours.When asked about the text exchange Wednesday, Elliott said, Honestly, I have no idea what youre talking about. I havent seen those. Im actually talking about football. Im sorry.Note: ESPN typically does not release the names of alleged domestic violence victims, but Thompson posted Instagram photos showing bruises on her body. One of her posts was tagged to Ezekiel Elliott. Air Max Australia Cheap . The nimble-footed quarterback got his wish, dashing through the snow and a weary defence all the way into the NCAA record book. Discount Air Max . -- Claudio Bieler hadnt scored since early September, and not from the run of play since mid-July. http://www.australiaairmax.com/ .Y. - Nelson Mandela will be honoured by the New York Yankees with a plaque in Monument Park. Air Max Australia Online . -- The Bishops Gaiters are showing they belong among the countrys top varsity football teams. Cheap Air Max Australia . Toronto has dropped games to Indiana and Miami since a five-game winning streak and closed out a three-game road trip at 1-2.Hull City striker Adama Diomande has been charged with violent conduct by the Football Association following an incident during Tuesday’s EFL Cup tie against Bristol City. Harry Maguire and Michael Dawson scored headers either side of half-time to send Hull through to the quarter-finals as they won 2-1 at Ashton Gate. Hulls win earned them a home tie against Newcastle.Diomande was involved in a clash with Robins midfielder Marlon Pack in the 90th minute as the two players ran away from the Hull goal following an unsuccessful Bristol City attack. Watch NOW TV Watchh Sky Sports for just £6.dddddddddddd.99. No contract. Hull forward Diomande appeared to take a swipe at Pack as he ran across him on the edge of the box and the FA has decided the incident amounts to violent conduct.An FA statement read: It is alleged that Diomandes behaviour in or around the 90th minute of the fixture constitutes violent conduct.You can watch Premier League football, plus Englands tour of Bangladesh and the Mexican Grand Prix on Sky Sports. Upgrade now and enjoy six months at half price! Also See: Premier League questions Mersons predictions Hull 2-1 Bristol City Get a £10 free bet! ' ' '