| Currentteam | Chicago Bears |
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| Position | Long snapper |
| Birth date | June 27, 2002 (age 24) |
| Birth place | Neenah, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Height | 6 ft |
| Height in | 1 |
| Weight lb | 235 |
| High school | Neenah (WI) |
| College | Iowa (2021–2024) |
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| Undraftedyear | 2025 |
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| Status | Active |
Luke Elkin (born June 27, 2002) is an American professional football long snapper for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Early life
Elkin attended Neenah High School in Neenah, Wisconsin. During his junior season, he led his team to the playoffs and a 5–6 record, throwing for 798 yards and rushing for 383 yards.[1] Coming out of high school, Elkin held offers to play as a Division II quarterback, but committed to play college football as a long snapper for the Iowa Hawkeyes, joining the team as a walk-on.[2]
College career
Elkin made his collegiate debut in week 2 of the 2021 season versus rival Iowa State.[3] Heading into the 2024 season, he was named to the Mannelly Award watch list, after being named all-academic Big Ten the previous two seasons.[4] For his performance during the 2024 season Elkin was named a AFCA All-American, as well as being named second-team all-Big Ten.[5] He finished his collegiate career with six tackles in 53 games.[6]
Professional career
Chicago Bears
After not being selected in the 2025 NFL draft, Elkin signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent.[7] He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.[8][9] Elkin was released by the Bears on August 28.[10]
Las Vegas Raiders
On December 24, 2025, Elkin was signed to the Las Vegas Raiders' practice squad.[11]
Chicago Bears (second stint)
On January 20, 2026, Elkin signed a reserve/futures contract with the Chicago Bears.[12]
References
- ^ Arguello, Ricardo (21 May 2020). "Recruiting: Iowa football right choice for Neenah's Elkin". The Post-Crescent. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ Miller, John (15 April 2025). "Former Neenah standout Luke Elkin hoping to long snap his way to the NFL". NBC26.com. Retrieved 19 May 2025.
- ^ Leistikow, Chad (27 December 2024). "For four years, Luke Elkin found his role as an elite long snapper at Iowa". The Des Moines Register. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ Sherry, Mike (29 August 2024). "Luke Elkin of Neenah has made himself into one of the top long snappers in college football and a potential NFL career". The Post-Crescent. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ Siebring, Owen. "Long-time long snapper: Luke Elkin's career comes to an end in Nashville". CBS2.com. Retrieved 19 May 2025.
- ^ "Luke Elkin". Sports Reference. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ Arguello, Ricardo (5 May 2025). "Luke Elkin still pinching himself over signing NFL contract with Chicago Bears". The Post-Crescent. Retrieved 19 May 2025.
- ^ "Chicago Bears announce roster moves". ChicagoBears.com. Retrieved 27 August 2025.
- ^ "Chicago Bears announce roster moves". ChicagoBears.com. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
- ^ "Chicago Bears announce roster moves". ChicagoBears.com. August 28, 2025.
- ^ "Raiders place TE Brock Bowers and S Jeremy Chinn on Reserve/Injured list". Raiders.com. December 24, 2025.
- ^ "Roster Moves: Chicago Bears Sign 14 Players to Reserve/Future Contracts". chicagobears.com. January 20, 2026. Retrieved 21 January 2026.