Quick Info
| Profession | American football tight end |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 12/02/2004 |
| Age | 22 years |
| Birthplace | Mason City, Iowa, USA |
Latest News about Eli Raridon
20/09/2026
Raridon scored the first touchdown of his NFL career on his first-ever reception in a Patriots game against the Seattle Seahawks. The play also stood as the first touchdown of the 2026 NFL season, marking an early highlight in his rookie year.
24/04/2026
The New England Patriots selected Eli Raridon with the 95th overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Notre Dame tight end entered the NFL after a college career that included overcoming knee injuries before becoming a starter.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Elijah Daniel Raridon |
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| Known As | Eli Raridon |
| Summary | Professional American football tight end for the New England Patriots; played college football at Notre Dame and was selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 6 in |
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| Weight | 245 lbs |
| Position | Tight end |
| Jersey Number | 82 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Valley High School, West Des Moines, Iowa |
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| College | University of Notre Dame |
Family
| Father | Scott Raridon |
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| Mother | Jena Raridon |
| Grandfather | Scott Sr. Raridon |
Career
| High School | Played at Valley High School; named to the 2021 Elite All-Iowa team. |
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| College Career | Played at Notre Dame; overcame knee injuries and became a productive starter. |
| Professional Career | Drafted by the New England Patriots in the third round, 95th overall, of the 2026 NFL Draft. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/eliraridon/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played in 40 college games with 18 starts. | |
| 2. Recorded 48 receptions for 623 yards and 3 touchdowns in college. | |
| 3. His father played offensive line and was a long snapper at Notre Dame. | |
| 4. His grandfather played offensive line for Nebraska and was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1984. |