Rick Steven Elmore (born February 1, 1988) is an American former professional

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player who was a

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in the

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(NFL). He played

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for the

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. Elmore was selected by the

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in the sixth round of the

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College career

Elmore racked up 128 tackles (33 for loss) and 25 sacks during his college career at

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Professional career

Green Bay Packers

The

selected Elmore with the 197th overall pick (6th round) of the

. He was cut by the Packers on September 3, 2011.

San Francisco 49ers

Elmore was signed by the

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to their practice squad on January 5, 2012.

San Diego Chargers

Elmore was signed by the

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on February 6, 2012. he was waived on August 31, 2012.

Arizona Cardinals

Elmore was signed by the

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to their practice squad on September 3, 2012. He was waived on September 25, 2012.

Cleveland Browns

Elmore was signed by the

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to their practice squad on November 13, 2012.

Washington Redskins

Elmore was signed by the

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to a futures/reserve contract on January 4, 2013. He was cut by the Redskins on August 26, 2013.

Personal life

Along with his twin brother Cory, he appeared in the movie

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as a baby.

References

External links

Green Bay Packers bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Elmore, Ricky 1988 births Living people Players of American football from Simi Valley, California American football defensive ends American football linebackers Arizona Wildcats football players San Diego Chargers players Arizona Cardinals players Cleveland Browns players Washington Redskins players Green Bay Packers players