| Jake Elliott Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 9 in |
| Weight | 76 kg |
| Date of Birth | January 21, 1995 |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
Jake Elliott is an American football player who plays for the Philadelphia Eagles in the National Football League (NFL). He plays wearing the number 4 shirt as a placekicker.
Born Name
Jake Daniel Elliott
Nick Name
Jake “the Make”
Sun Sign
Aquarius
Born Place
Western Springs, Illinois, U.S.
Nationality
Education
Jake went to Lyons Township High School in La Grange, Illinois. There, he played tennis for 3 years and also football.
After that, he was given a complete scholarship by the University of North Dakota and the University of Memphis. He attended college at Memphis from 2013 to 2017 and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in marketing management in May 2017. There, he also played football and received mentorship from head coaches Justin Fuente, Darrell Dickey, and Mike Norvell.
Occupation
American Football Player
Family
- Father –Â Bruce Elliott
- Mother – Diane Stoub
- Siblings – Karen Elliott (Older Sister)
Manager
He is managed by Emily Ries.
Position
Placekicker
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
76 kg or 167.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Jake has dated –
- Annie Elliott – On March 8, 2020, Jake tied the knot with Annie Elliott with whom he was already engaged. Later, on July 29, 2023, the family welcomed their first child, son Beau Daniel Elliott.
Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Hazel
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Often seen in thick beard with beautiful eyes
Brand Endorsements
He has advertised for multiple brands on his social media, including Modern Hero Costumes and Wild One among others.
Jake Elliott’s Favorite Things
- Food – Deep dish pizza
- Quote – Success isn’t owned. It’s rented, and rent is due every day.
- Role Model – Stephen Gostkowski
Source – PhiladelphiaEagles.com
Jake Elliott Facts
- Jake has 2 dogs, Willy and Roxanne Elliott. They have their dedicated Instagram page @roxyandwillyfromphilly.
- He is also a skilled golfer. In the summer of 2022, he also qualified for The Philadelphia Open Championship.
- As a child, he was good at various sports such as baseball, basketball, and tennis.
- He was once state’s one of the best youth tennis players.
- He received the nickname Jake ‘the Make’ because of his good kicking skills on the football field.
- Jake holds the record for throwing the longest field goal by a rookie in NFL history (which is 61 yards).
- In March 2024, he extended his contract with the Philadelphia Eagles for 4 years for $24 million.
- He acquired the mental toughness that is required for kicking in football from tennis.
- In the 2017 NFL Draft, he was selected as a kicker in the fifth round (153rd overall) by the Cincinnati Bengals.
- On September 12, 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles signed Jake because the Eagles’ starting kicker, Caleb Sturgis was unavailable to play because he was placed on an injured reserve list.
- He has worked as a tennis instructor which also happened to be his first job.
- Playing golf is his hobby.
- If he could play another sport, it would be baseball. He would like to play for the Chicago Cubs at the shortstop position.
Featured Image by Jake Elliott / Instagram
