Elvis Patterson


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Position: DB
Date of Birth: October 21, 1960
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 190 lbs
First Team: NYG (1984)
Last Team: DAL (1993)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Elvis Patterson: NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: October 21, 1960
Position: Defensive Back (DB)

Career Timeline

  • New York Giants (NYG) - 1984
  • San Diego Chargers (SD) - 1985
  • Los Angeles Raiders (RAI) - 1986-1991
  • Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 1992-1993

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted in the 1984 NFL Draft (Round 3, Pick 66 overall by the New York Giants).
  • Known for his versatility and skills as a defensive back, contributing mainly in a backup role and on special teams.
  • Played a key role in the Raiders' defensive unit during the late 1980s, contributing to the team's competitive presence in the league.
  • Part of the Dallas Cowboys organization during a period of resurgence that would lead to multiple Super Bowl appearances in the 1990s.

Post-NFL Career

  • Details about Patterson's life after football remain less documented, but he has been known to contribute to community activities and events related to sports.

While not a household name, Elvis Patterson's career in the NFL was marked by his contributions across multiple teams and his role in important defensive strategies during his tenure.

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