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Kai Ellis

b. 1980

Player of American and Canadian football

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About Kai Ellis

Born 1980. Kai Ellis is an American american football player and canadian football player.

Kai Ellis (born August 7, 1980) is an American professional football coach. He most recently served as the defensive line coach for the Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He is a former defensive end who played for eight seasons in the CFL for the Calgary Stampeders, Ottawa Renegades, Montreal Alouettes, and Edmonton Eskimos. He was signed by the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent in 2003. He played collegiately at Washington.

Coaching career On January 31, 2025, it was announced that Ellis had joined the coaching staff of the Ottawa Redblacks as the team's defensive line coach. He served in that capacity for one season, but was not retained for 2026 following the hire of Ryan Dinwiddie as head coach.

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Important facts

Born
7 August 1980, Kent
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
American football player, Canadian football player
Nationality
United States
Education
Kentridge High School

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Kai Ellis?

Player of American and Canadian football

When was Kai Ellis born?

Kai Ellis was born on 7 August 1980 in Kent.

What is Kai Ellis's occupation?

Kai Ellis is an american football player and canadian football player.

What nationality is Kai Ellis?

Kai Ellis is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kai Ellis

· Wikidata: Q14950912

· DBpedia: Kai Ellis

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