Elvis Franks (born July 9, 1957) is a former American football defensive end who played seven years in the National Football League (NFL).
| Date of birth | July 9, 1957 |
|---|---|
| Place of birth | Doucette, Texas, U.S. |
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Defensive end |
| US college | Morgan State |
| NFL draft | 1980 / Round: 5/ Pick 116 |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1980–1984 | Cleveland Browns |
| 1985 | Los Angeles Raiders |
| 1986 | New York Jets |
| 1986 | Los Angeles Raiders |
| Career stats | |
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Background edit
Franks was born on July 9, 1957, in Doucette, Texas. He attended Kirby High School in Woodville, Texas, and college at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. He received a full athletic scholarship for track and field, but after being approached by a football coach, he began to play for the football team.[1]
Controversy edit
In 1986, while he was a member of the Los Angeles Raiders, Franks was arrested in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, on a charge of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Franks attempted to sell the drug to an undercover agent.[2]
References edit
- ^ "Elvis Franks - Biography". ArmchairGM. Archived from the original on 2008-09-08. Retrieved 2008-06-13.
- ^ "Raider End Arrested". The New York Times. July 22, 1987. Retrieved December 5, 2021.