Eli Ricks

Elias Ricks was born on September 26, 2001, in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He attended Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, California, before transferring to IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, for his senior year. During his senior high school season, Ricks recorded 14 tackles and three interceptions, earning him a selection to play in the 2020 All-American Bowl. A highly-touted five-star recruit, he committed to Louisiana State University (LSU) to pursue his college football career.

Ricks quickly established himself as a significant player during his true freshman year at LSU in 2020, becoming a starter. In that season, he accumulated 20 tackles, four interceptions, and two touchdowns, showcasing his abilities as a cornerback. For his performance, he received second-team All-SEC honors in 2020. In 2022, Ricks transferred to the University of Alabama, where he played for one season before deciding to declare for the NFL draft. Although he went undrafted in the 2023 NFL Draft, his talent was recognized by the Philadelphia Eagles, who signed him as an undrafted free agent on May 5, 2023.

Ricks made the Philadelphia Eagles’ initial 53-man roster on August 29, 2023, for the 2023 NFL season. As a rookie, he participated in 16 games, tallying 19 total tackles and three passes defended. A notable achievement in his professional career includes winning a Super Bowl championship with the Philadelphia Eagles when they defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40–22 in Super Bowl LIX. Throughout his time with the Eagles, he has experienced periods on the active roster and practice squad, including re-signings on September 24, 2025, and October 3, 2025, demonstrating ongoing involvement with the team’s organizational strategies.