Former Georgia Tech linebacker Ace Eley released by the Carolina Panthers

The former Georgia Tech linebacker did not make the 53-man roster

Ace Eley led Georgia Tech in tackles during the 2022 season and hoped to make the Carolina Panther's 53-man roster, but Eley was unfortunately let go by the Carolina Panthers today. Today was the final day of NFL roster cuts as every franchise is getting down to 53 players. 

Austin Corbett placed on reserve/PUP, among other moves Tuesday morning.https://t.co/yVPTT9GlLy

— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) August 29, 2023

Eley put together his best season during the 2022 campaign. Eley led the team with 118 tackles, was tied for second on the team with 3.5 sacks, had three pass deflections, and led the team with four forced fumbles. In a year with so much changing around Georgia Tech, Eley was a constant on Saturdays in terms of tackling and play-making.

Eley had his best season in 2022 according to PFF as well. He had a career-best 63.3 grade on defense, 64.0 run defense, 57.5 tackling, 65.1 pass rush, and 57.1 coverage.

Eley went on to play in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl alongside teammate Malachi Carter and he had a good performance. He had one of the highlights of the game with a scoop and score and he was a consistent performer in practice as well. 

.@Bigtime__ace had several impactful plays in the @NFLPABowl to showcase his playmaking ability. Known as an instinctive & heady LB, this play 👇 demonstrates his ability to quickly R&R, beat the climbing blocker, and wrap up the ball carrier for a minimal gain. pic.twitter.com/WLy0IlCq3u

— Dane Vandernat (@DVandernat) February 6, 2023

Hopefully, Eley can catch on somewhere and be a practice squad addition. He has talent and could blossom into a solid NFL contributor if given the opportunity. 

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