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Jake Elman

Sports Editor

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Jake Elman joined Sports7 in 2020 after writing for UPI, Gannett, MLB Advanced Media, and The Palm Beach Post. As a member of the Football Writers Association of America, Jake specializes in covering college football, the NFL, and sports media for Sports7. A former college football beat writer and podcast host, Jake is also a voter for the Fred Biletnikoff Award. Originally born and raised in New York, Jake is a Florida Atlantic University journalism graduate who is inspired by sports, passionate about his work, and enjoys reading the work of Jay Mariotti, Joe Posnanski, and Peter King. Jake lives in South Florida with his two dogs, Jack and Karma, and believes they are the key to fixing the New York Jets.

Articles by Jake Elman (173)

Steve Young Went to BYU and Was Related to Brigham Young, the School's Namesake

Legendary San Francisco 49ers quarterback Steve Young, a devout Mormon, attended BYU. Interestingly, he was related to the school's namesake.

Jake Elman 04 Aug 2020
The Disgusting Story Behind Former NFL Running Back Najeh Davenport's ‘Dookie' Nickname

What was the origin of former Green Bay Packers running back Najeh Davenport's “Dookie” nickname? The disgusting answer will shock you.

Jake Elman 30 Jul 2020
Whatever Happened to All-Pro Tight End Jeremy Shockey?

Former New York Giants star Jeremy Shockey was one of the league's most productive tight ends in his prime. What is Shockey up to now?

Jake Elman 27 Jul 2020
Whatever Happened to Notre Dame Star QB Jimmy Clausen?

Jimmy Clausen parlayed a terrific career at Notre Dame into an NFL career with various teams. Where is the former second-round pick now?

Jake Elman 26 Jul 2020
A Heart Problem Forced Nick Fairley to Retire After He Signed a $30 Million Contract

Nick Fairley celebrated a breakout season with a $30 million contract. A few months later, a heart problem forced his de facto retirement.

Jake Elman 25 Jul 2020
What Pitcher Had the Lowest Win Totals in His Cy Young Season?

The Cy Young Award usually goes to baseball's best pitchers. What pitcher had the lowest win total in his Cy Young season?

Jake Elman 24 Jul 2020
Jake Delhomme Earned Nearly $65 Million in the NFL and Is Now a Horse Breeder

Jake Delhomme enjoyed a great career as the Panthers' first mainstay quarterback. Nearly $65 million later, Delhomme is a horse breeder.

Jake Elman 19 Jul 2020
Rocky Bleier Survived a Grenade Injury and Won Four Super Bowls

Steelers running back Rocky Bleier suffered a grenade-related injury in Vietnam. Bleier won four Super Bowls when he returned stateside.

Jake Elman 15 Jul 2020
Miguel Tejada Earned $100 Million in the Majors and Still Became a Bankrupt Chicken Farmer

Miguel Tejada was one of baseball's best shortstops in his prime. The former Athletics star became a bankrupt chicken farmer in retirement.

Jake Elman 04 Jul 2020
Inky Johnson Turned a Horrifying Injury Into a Motivational Speaking Career

Former Tennessee defensive back Inky Johnson suffered a horrific injury in college. Johnson has turned a frightening incident into an inspiring story as a motivational speaker.

Jake Elman 26 Jun 2020