Trae Elston
American football player (born 1994)
Trae Elston (born February 16, 1994) is an American former professional football player who was a safety in the National Football League (NFL). The All-American played college football for the Ole Miss Rebels. Elston was a member of the 2017 Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles.
Professional career
New Orleans Saints
Elston was signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent on May 2, 2016. He was released on September 3, 2016.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Elston was signed to the Buccaneers' practice squad on October 17, 2016. He was released on November 15, 2016.
Cleveland Browns
On December 7, 2016, Elston was signed to the Cleveland Browns' active roster. He was waived on December 21, 2016, and was re-signed to the practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Browns on January 2, 2017.
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