Elbert Shelley
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Position: DB
Jersey #: 37
Date of Birth: December 24, 1964
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 190 lbs
First Team: ATL (1987)
Last Team: ATL (1996)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Elbert Shelley - NFL Career Overview
Position: Defensive Back (DB)Date of Birth: December 24, 1964
Career Timeline
- Team: Atlanta Falcons
- Years Active: 1987 - 1996
Career Highlights & Accomplishments
- Drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in 1987, Elbert Shelley played his entire NFL career with the team.
- Known for his versatility in the defensive backfield, Shelley contributed as both a cornerback and safety.
- Played in a total of 113 games over his career, demonstrating durability and consistency.
- Recorded significant statistics, including interceptions and tackles, contributing to the Falcons' defensive efforts during his tenure.
- Was part of the Falcons team during various seasons that saw playoff contention.
Post-NFL Career
- After retiring from professional football, Elbert Shelley has been involved in various community and youth programs, promoting the sport and mentoring young athletes.
Elbert Shelley remains a respected figure among Falcons fans, remembered for his contributions to the team's defense during the late 1980s and 1990s.
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