Jim Eliopulos - #52 - LB - Wyoming - Profile

PRO: "J im is a key special teams player for us," Walton said. "If he continues to improve his LB skills, he could be a factor in our 3-4 defense." .. played 11 games on special teams in 1984 ... was released on final cut in preseason (Aug. 27), but resigned Oct. 3 ... graded high on special teams with 10 total tackles ... enthusiastic, hard hitter ... played 8 games in 1983 after being signed as a free agent on Oct. 19 ... finished year with 10 special teams tackles ... was originally 3rd round choice of Dallas in 1982, but an injured knee in preseason put him on IR for the year ... was waived by Cowboys in 1983 training camp and claimed by St. Louis ... played the 1st 4 games of 1983 season on special teams for Cards, but was released when E.J. Junior returned to roster ... was 81st player picked in 1982 draft, 15th LB.

COLLEGE: 1st team all-WAC and AP honorable mention all- America in senior year led squad that year with 84 tackles, 10 OB sacks and 2 interceptions transferred to Wyoming from Westminster College in Salt Lake City following sophomore year.

PERSONAL: Single ... majored in physical education ... opened his own health spa during offseason ... was named Wyoming's high school athlete of the year in senior year as 4-sport standout at Cheyenne Central High in his hometown and birthplace of Cheyenne, WY.

From 1985 Jets yearbook.