Edmonton Elks release division all-star Elliott Brown to pursue NFL job

B.C. Lions' Jevon Cottoy (86) is tackled by Edmonton Elks' Elliott Brown after making a reception during the second half of a CFL football game, in Vancouver, on Thursday, June 27, 2024. The Edmonton Elks have released American defensive lineman Elliott Brown for him to pursue NFL opportunities.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

The Edmonton Elks have released American defensive lineman Elliott Brown for him to pursue NFL opportunities.

The 26-year-old from Odenton, Md., tied for the CFL lead in sacks last season with eight while compiling 44 defensive tackles.

He was named to the CFL’s West Division all-star team.

Brown signed with the Elks as a free agent in 2023 when he had two sacks and 10 defensive tackles in nine games as a rookie.

He played five seasons at the University of Virginia.

The six-foot-four, 225-pound lineman totalled 61 total tackles, five sacks and one interception in 53 career games with the Cavaliers.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 8, 2025.

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