Elijah Hamilton
Personal information
Born: (1998-05-13) May 13, 1998
Roswell, Georgia, U.S.
Height:6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight:211 lb (96 kg)
Career information
High school:Blessed Trinity Catholic
(Roswell, Georgia)
College:Vanderbilt (2016-2020)
Louisiana Tech (2021)
Position:Cornerback
Undrafted:2022
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career XFL statistics as of Week 10, 2023
Total tackles:13

Elijah Hamilton (born May 13, 1998) is an American football cornerback who is a free agent. He played college football at Vanderbilt University and Louisiana Tech University. He has also played for the Miami Dolphins and Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL).

College career

Hamilton was a member of the for the Vanderbilt Commodores for four seasons. He finished his career at Vanderbilt with 36 Tackles in 38 games played.[1] In 2021, Hamilton transferred to Louisiana Tech. He finished the 2021 season with 23 Tackles in 12 games played.[2]

Professional career

Miami Dolphins

After going undrafted in the 2022 NFL Draft, Hamilton signed with the Miami Dolphins on April 30, 2022.[3] He was released on August 29, 2022.[4]

St. Louis Battlehawks

On November 16, 2022, Hamilton was drafted by the St. Louis Battlehawks of the XFL. In eight games, Hamilton recorded 13 total tackles during the 2023 XFL season.[5] He was released from his contract on August 21, 2023.[6]

Green Bay Packers

After the 2023 XFL season, Hamitlon signed with the Green Bay Packers on August 22, 2023.[7] He was released on August 28, 2023.[8]

St. Louis Battlehawks (second stint)

On November 9, 2023, Hamilton re-signed with the St. Louis Battlehawks.[6] He was not apart of the roster after the UFL Dispersal Draft on January 8, 2024.[9]

Personal life

Hamilton is the son of former Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons linebacker Ruffin Hamilton.[10]

References

  1. ↑ "Elijah Hamilton". Vanderbilt University Athletics - Official Athletics Website. 2019-05-04. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  2. ↑ "Elijah Hamilton - Football". LA Tech Athletics. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  3. ↑ "Miami Dolphins 2022 undrafted free agent tracker". Dolphins Wire. 2022-05-01. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  4. ↑ "Dolphins to waive CB Elijah Hamilton". Dolphins Wire. 2022-08-29. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  5. ↑ Parks, Greg (2022-11-19). "XFL St. Louis Battlehawks Draft Selections Recap". XFL News and Discussion. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  6. 1 2 "XFL Transactions". XFL.com. Retrieved December 25, 2023.
  7. ↑ "Packers sign CB Elijah Hamilton". www.packers.com. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  8. ↑ "Packers roster cut tracker 2023: Live updates and analysis". Lombardi Ave. 2023-08-28. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  9. ↑ "UFL - Team Rosters". www.theufl.com. Retrieved 2024-01-08.
  10. ↑ Huber, Bill (2023-08-23). "Son of Former Packers Draft Pick Ready for Challenge". Sports Illustrated Green Bay Packers News, Analysis and More. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
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