Javien Elliott (born July 18, 1993) is an American former professional

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who played in the

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(NFL) and

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(CFL). He played

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College career

After receiving little attention from

recruiters in high school, Elliott enrolled at

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after a year at

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and walked-on to the

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. He spent his first two seasons playing on the team's

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and earned a scholarship going into his senior season. As a senior, Elliott played in 12 games and started the final six of his career.

Professional career

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Elliott signed with the

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as an undrafted free agent on May 26, 2016. He was released on September 3, 2016 and was signed to their

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the next day. He was promoted to the active roster on November 22, 2016. Elliott appeared in 15 games during the 2017 season with the Buccaneers. On September 1, 2018, Elliott was waived by the Buccaneers and was re-signed to the practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on September 8, 2018. On October 23, 2018, Elliot was waived by the Buccaneers and was re-signed to the practice squad. He was again promoted to the active roster on October 31, 2018.

Carolina Panthers

On June 5, 2019, Elliott signed with the

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. In week 6 against his former team, the Buccaneers, Elliott recorded an interception off

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in the 37–26 win.

Calgary Stampeders

On September 20, 2021, Elliott signed with the

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of the

(CFL). He played for two seasons with the Stampeders and became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 14, 2023.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

On February 14, 2023, it was announced that Elliott had signed with the

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of the CFL. He retired on May 10, 2024.

References

External links

Florida State Seminoles bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Elliott, Javien 1993 births Living people American football cornerbacks Sportspeople from Panama City, Florida Players of American football from Florida Florida State Seminoles football players Tampa Bay Buccaneers players Carolina Panthers players Tallahassee Community College alumni Calgary Stampeders players Hamilton Tiger-Cats players Canadian football defensive backs Players of Canadian football from Florida