Jonah Elliss Explained

Jonah Elliss
Currentteam:Denver Broncos
Number:52
Position:Linebacker
Birth Date:April 3, 2003
Birth Place:Moscow, Idaho, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:2
Weight Lb:248
College:Utah (2021–2023)
Draftyear:2024
Draftround:3
Draftpick:76
Pastteams:
Status:Active
Highlights:
Pfr:ElliJo03

Jonah Elliss (born April 3, 2003) is an American professional football linebacker for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Utah Utes. He is the son of former Detroit Lions defensive tackle Luther Elliss and has three brothers that also play football: Kaden, Christian, and Noah.

Early life and high school

Elliss grew up in Moscow, Idaho and attended Moscow High School.[1] He was named the Inland Empire League Player of the Year as a senior.[2] Elliss was rated a three-star recruit and committed to play college football at Utah.[3]

College career

Elliss played in all 14 of the Utah Utes games during his freshman season and recorded 15 tackles.[4] He was named honorable mention All-Pac-12 Conference after recording 26 tackles with six tackles for loss and three sacks as a sophomore.[5] [6]

Professional career

Elliss was selected by the Denver Broncos in the third round, 76th overall, in the 2024 NFL draft.[7]

Personal life

Elliss's father, Luther Elliss, played defensive tackle in the NFL for 10 seasons.[8] Three of his older brothers, Kaden, Christian, and Noah played football at Idaho and currently play in the NFL. [9] Elliss has been in a relationship with Kasey Wardle since 2021. [10]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Harriman . Pete . November 5, 2020 . In the family business of football, Moscow High standout Jonah Elliss wants to be king . September 1, 2023 . The Spokesman-Review.
  2. Web site: Seven Moscow football players honored by IEL. Moscow-Pullman Daily News. December 3, 2020. September 1, 2023.
  3. Web site: Coles . Joe . August 7, 2020 . Utah football gets commitment from Idaho linebacker Jonah Elliss, son of Ute great Luther Elliss . September 4, 2023 . Deseret News.
  4. Web site: Utes Spring Preview: Defensive Ends. Alex. Markham. Rivals.com. March 22, 2023. September 1, 2023.
  5. Web site: Berry . Halie . April 20, 2023 . Utah's Elliss Focused on Health and a Big 2023 Season . September 6, 2023 . Rivals.com.
  6. Web site: Call . Jeff . April 2, 2023 . Utah football: Who will make biggest impact on Utes' defensive line? . September 1, 2023 . Deseret News.
  7. Web site: McFadden . Ryan . 2024-04-27 . Broncos select Utah edge rusher Jonah Elliss with 76th overall pick . 2024-06-08 . The Denver Post . en-US.
  8. Web site: Jonah Elliss follows Dad's footsteps. Lewiston Morning Tribune. August 13, 2020. September 1, 2023.
  9. Web site: Utah football: Jonah Elliss is carrying on a family tradition. Jeff. Call. Deseret News. April 8, 2023. September 1, 2023.
  10. Web site: 5 times Utah star Jonah Elliss and GF Kasey Wardle gave fans major couple goals via hearty IG posts. April 26, 2024. June 23, 2024.

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