A former Alabama cornerback has made a 53-man roster for a National Football League team.
RELATED: Former Alabama CB Eli Ricks turning head for Eagles in preseason
Eli Ricks, a former five-star, went undrafted in April. He received an opportunity from the Philadelphia Eagles and excelled during the preseason. Ricks, a California native, put his best performances on the field — including a pick-six against the Baltimore Ravens. He had four pass breakups, and quarterbacks totaled a 39.1 passer rating when targeting him.
Sources: Rookie UDFA CB Eli Ricks has made the #Eagles’ 53-man roster.
The former #Alabama star enjoyed an excellent preseason, which included a pick-six vs the #Ravens. He also had 4 PBUs and opposing quarterbacks had a 39.1 passer rating when targeting him.
Philly’s staff… pic.twitter.com/c4JthsnpFu
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) August 29, 2023
Philadelphia loves what it has in Ricks, and he has found a home in the league.
RELATED: Alabama DB Eli Ricks signs with the Philadelphia Eagles
Ricks helped the Crimson Tide to 11 wins last year, including one in the Sugar Bowl.
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