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Eli Ricks

Elias "Eli" Ricks is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. He entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2023. Before turning professional, Ricks played college football for both Louisiana State University (LSU) and the University of Alabama, showcasing his talent at prominent programs. His career is just beginning in the NFL.


September 26, 2001: Elias Ricks Born

On September 26, 2001, Elias Ricks was born.

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2020: Selected to play in All-American Bowl

In 2020, Elias Ricks was selected to play in the All-American Bowl after his senior year where he had 14 tackles and three interceptions.

2020: Freshman Year at LSU

In 2020, during his true freshman year at LSU, Elias Ricks became a starter. He concluded the year with 20 tackles, four interceptions, and two touchdowns.

2022: Transferred to the University of Alabama

In 2022, Elias Ricks transferred to the University of Alabama.

May 5, 2023: Signed by the Philadelphia Eagles

On May 5, 2023, after not being drafted in the 2023 NFL Draft, Elias Ricks was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Philadelphia Eagles.

August 29, 2023: Made the Eagles 53-man Roster

On August 29, 2023, the Eagles announced that Elias Ricks had made the initial 53-man roster.

2023: Declared for the NFL draft

In 2023, after one season at Alabama, Elias Ricks declared for the NFL draft where he went undrafted.

2023: Signed by the Eagles

In 2023, after playing college football at LSU and Alabama, Elias Ricks was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Philadelphia Eagles of the NFL.