Elijah Garcia

Elijah Garcia (born March 11, 1998) is an American professional football defensive end. He played college football for the Rice Owls.

Professional career

Los Angeles Rams After not being selected in the 2022 NFL draft, Garcia signed with the Los Angeles Rams as an undrafted free agent on April 30. On August 30, during the final roster cuts, Garcia was waived, but re-signed to the practice squad the next day.

Denver Broncos On December 7, 2022, the Denver Broncos signed Garcia off the Rams practice squad. He made his NFL debut on January 1 against the Kansas City Chiefs, playing seven snaps.

On August 27, 2024, the Broncos waived Garcia.

New York Giants On August 28, 2024, Garcia was signed to the New York Giants' practice squad. On December 7, he was promoted to the active roster.

On August 26, 2025, Garcia was waived by the Giants as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day. He was promoted to the active roster on September 27. Garcia was waived on October 18 and re-signed to the practice squad three days later.

Atlanta Falcons On November 15, 2025, Garcia was signed by the Atlanta Falcons off of the Giants' practice squad.

On April 7, 2026, Garcia re-signed with the Falcons. He was released by Atlanta on June 17.

Carolina Panthers On July 25, 2026, Garcia signed with the Carolina Panthers. He was released on August 30 as part of final roster cuts.