Elias Neal

Elias Neal (born September 11, 2001) is an American professional football linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Marshall Thundering Herd.

Early life Neal was born on September 11, 2001. From Memphis, Tennessee, he attended White Station High School there where he played running back and linebacker, recording 750 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns alsong with 95 tackles and two interceptions as a senior. He committed to play college football for the Marshall Thundering Herd as a two-star prospect. That year, he was again named honorable mention all-conference, after totaling 97 tackles, second on the team, seven TFLs and 5.5 sacks. He was Marshall's 2023 leader with 93 tackles, also recording 10.5 TFLs and two sacks. He was named a Group of Five All-American and a third-team All-SBC selection. He ended his collegiate career having recorded 375 tackles, 32.5 TFLs, 12 sacks, five interceptions and five fumble recoveries.

After going unselected in the 2024 NFL draft, Neal signed with the Los Angeles Rams as an undrafted free agent. He played in five games before being waived on October 21, 2024, and re-signed to the practice squad. Neal signed a reserve/future contract with the Rams on January 20, 2025.

On August 26, 2025, Neal was waived by the Rams as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day. Prior to the Rams' Week 6 game at the Baltimore Ravens, Neal was elevated to the team's active roster. On January 27, 2026, he signed a reserve/futures contract with Los Angeles.

On August 30, 2026, Neal was waived by the Rams as part of final roster cuts. On August 31, he was signed to the practice squad.