Bruce Ellington was born on August 22,1991 and is a former American football wide receiver.
22 Facts About Bruce Ellington
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Bruce Ellington played college football at South Carolina and was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the fourth round of the 2014 NFL Draft.
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In high school, Ellington played both basketball and American football at Moncks Corner Berkeley located in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.
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Bruce Ellington attended the same high school as his cousin, Andre Bruce Ellington.
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Bruce Ellington was a finalist for South Carolina's "Mr Football" as well.
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Bruce Ellington was a McDonald's All-America nominee following his senior season.
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Bruce Ellington played both basketball and American football at the University of South Carolina.
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Bruce Ellington announced on January 3,2014, that he would forgo his senior season and enter the 2014 NFL Draft.
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Bruce Ellington was the 17th wide receiver selected in 2014.
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Bruce Ellington caught his first career touchdown on a 20-yard reception from quarterback Blaine Gabbert against the Denver Broncos.
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On December 20,2014, Bruce Ellington had two touchdowns against the San Diego Chargers, an eight-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Colin Kaepernick and a one-yard touchdown run, giving him three touchdowns in his rookie season.
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Bruce Ellington was waived on August 5,2017, after failing his physical.
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Bruce Ellington was placed on injured reserve on December 5,2017.
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In 11 games with the Texans, Bruce Ellington had 29 catches for 330 yards and two touchdowns.
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On March 14,2018, Bruce Ellington signed a one-year contract to remain with the Texans.
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Bruce Ellington was placed on injured reserve on September 25,2018, with a hamstring injury.
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On November 6,2018, Bruce Ellington was signed by the Detroit Lions.
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Bruce Ellington was placed on injured reserve on December 22,2018.
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On February 15,2019, Bruce Ellington was released by the Lions.
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On March 14,2019, Bruce Ellington signed a one-year contract with the New England Patriots.
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Bruce Ellington was released on May 8,2019, with an injury designation.
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Bruce Ellington's cousin Andre Ellington is a former NFL running back.