Lin Elliott


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Position: SPEC
Date of Birth: November 1, 1968
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 182 lbs
First Team: DAL (1992)
Last Team: KC (1995)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Lin Elliott - NFL Career Summary

Date of Birth: November 1, 1968
Position: Placekicker (SPEC)

Career Timeline

  • Dallas Cowboys (1992):
    • Joined the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent.
    • Played a key role in helping the team win Super Bowl XXVII.
    • Converted 20 of 27 field goal attempts during his time with Dallas.
  • Atlanta Falcons (1993):
    • Signed by the Falcons, where he continued to demonstrate his kicking abilities.
    • Finished the season with 15 successful field goals.
  • Kansas City Chiefs (1995):
    • Completed his NFL career with the Chiefs, where he played one season.
    • Contributed to the Chiefs' kicking game, making 19 of 24 field goals.

Notable Accomplishments

  • Super Bowl Champion (XXVII) with the Dallas Cowboys.
  • Career total of 54 field goals made in the NFL.
  • Known for his strong leg and reliability during his tenure in the league.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from professional football, Lin Elliott has been involved in various activities but remains lesser-known compared to other NFL players.
  • He has maintained a relatively low profile since his playing days.

Lin Elliott's career as a placekicker in the NFL may not be as widely recognized, but his contributions to the teams he played for, especially the Dallas Cowboys during their championship run, are a significant part of his legacy in professional football.

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