Elbert Shelley

American football player (born 1964)

American football player
Elbert Shelley
No. 37
Position:Safety
Personal information
Born: (1964-12-24) December 24, 1964 (age 59)
Trumann, Arkansas, U.S.
Height:5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:190 lb (86 kg)
Career information
College:Arkansas State
NFL draft:1987 / Round: 11 / Pick: 292
Career history
  • Atlanta Falcons (1987–1996)
Career highlights and awards
  • 3× All-Pro (1992, 1993, 1995)
  • 4× Pro Bowl (1992–1995)
Player stats at PFR

Elbert Vernell Shelley (born December 24, 1964) is an American former professional football player who was a safety for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the Falcons in the 11th round of the 1987 NFL Draft.[1] He went to the Pro Bowl four times as a special teams player.

Shelley's hometown is Trumann, Arkansas. He was an honor student as well as a star running-back for the football team. In college Shelley was switched from running back to safety by Coach Larry Lacewell.[2]

References

  1. ^ "1987 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved 2023-10-01.
  2. ^ Oldham, Michael (2006-06-28). "Where Are They Now? - Elbert Shelley". Atlanta Falcons. Archived from the original on September 22, 2007. Retrieved 2008-10-13.

External links

  • Career statistics and player information from Pro Football Reference
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