History of Eli Apple in Timeline

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Eli Apple

Eli Apple is a professional football cornerback currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL. He was drafted in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the New York Giants after playing college football at Ohio State, where he won a National Championship in 2015. He has also played for the New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, and Cincinnati Bengals.


February 12, 2012: Verbal Commitment to Ohio State

On February 12, 2012, Eli Apple announced his verbal commitment to Ohio State after Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano left for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

March 23, 2021: Signed with the Bengals

On March 23, 2021, Eli Apple signed a one-year, $1.2 million contract with the Bengals.

March 19, 2022: Re-signed with the Bengals

On March 19, 2022, Eli Apple re-signed with the Bengals on a one-year, $3.75 million contract.

July 29, 2023: Signed with the Miami Dolphins

On July 29, 2023, Eli Apple signed a one-year, $1.6 million contract with the Miami Dolphins after Jalen Ramsey suffered a knee injury.

October 15, 2024: Signed to Chargers Practice Squad

On October 15, 2024, Eli Apple was signed to the Los Angeles Chargers practice squad.

January 10, 2025: Activated by Chargers

On January 10, 2025, Eli Apple was activated by the Los Angeles Chargers.

July 27, 2025: Signed with the 49ers

On July 27, 2025, Eli Apple was signed to the San Francisco 49ers.