LAFAYETTE – Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns running back Elijah McGuire is finally fulfilling his dream of playing in the National Football League.
The Houma, La., native and all-time leader Ragin' Cajuns football history in all-purpose yards, touchdowns and points scored, was selected on Saturday in the sixth round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the New York Jets.
"It's only fitting that Eli cap off a great career by being drafted into the National Football League," head coach Mark Hudspeth said. "I am excited for him as he continues to reach his goals as a new member of the New York Jets.