Corn Elder
Cornelius Marquis Elder (born October 9, 1994) is an American football cornerback for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at the University of Miami and was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Elder has also been a member of the New York Giants and Detroit Lions. Early years. Elder was a four-star running back coming out of high school and was a back to back Mr. Football Player of the Year in Tennessee. He was a two-sport star in high school  and had a basketball offer from Purdue University. When he first arrived at the University of Miami, he joined the basketball team. After a torn meniscus in his right knee, he decided to focus solely on football. Professional career. Carolina Panthers. Elder was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the fifth round, 152nd overall, in the 2017 NFL Draft. On September 3, 2017, he was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury. Elder was waived during final roster cuts on August 30, 2019. New York Giants. On September 2, 2019, Elder was signed to the New York Giants  practice squad. Carolina Panthers (second stint). On November 12, 2019, Elder was signed by the Carolina Panthers off the Giants' practice squad. Detroit Lions. Elder signed with the Detroit Lions on April 1, 2021. He was released on August 31, 2021. Carolina Panthers (third stint). On September 14, 2021, Elder was signed to the Carolina Panthers' practice squad. Washington Football Team / Commanders. Elder was signed off of the Panthers' practice squad on October 13, 2021. Elder re-signed with Washington on January 11, 2022.