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Kurt Elden

SR     DB/QB     6-2     200
Minnesota State CTC - Fergus Falls
Rockford, MN

Enters summer camp as projected second-string QB. Junior college transfer could see more playing time this season now that he is more familiar with the offensive system. Strong arm and a good runner. Missed a little of spring camp due to illness. Is also an emergency punter.

2005: First season with the Hornets … appeared in three games … completed 4-of-9 passes for 41 … also had one rushing attempts (0 yards) … connected on 3-of-4 passes for 42 yards (long 17) in back-up role during 38-6 win over Millersville (Sep. 10). At Minnesota Tech State: 2004 Minnesota Community College All-Southern Division … completed 107 of 240 passes for 1,527 yards with 10 touchdowns and 11 interceptions in 2004 … also rushed for 176 yards last season … played in seven games in 2003, completing 60 of 128 passes for 1.084 yards with 10 touchdowns and five interceptions … also rushed for 291 yards and three touchdowns, including a 97-yard run … 2003 Minnesota CC All-Southern Division … conference leader in total yards in 2003 & '04 … also served as team's punter, averaging 36.4 yards on 38 kicks in 2004 … played for head football coach Lloyd Danzeisen … a junior college teammate of Delaware State junior defensive back Kadafi Tunsil. At Rockford HS: 2002 All-Conference First Team selection … rushed for 672 yards as a senior and 691 during junior year … team MVP … played for head football coach Steve Merilla … also competed in basketball, soccer and track and field … qualified for state track and field championships (triple jump) … helped lead basketball team to a conference championship. Personal: Son of Bradley and Renee Elden … born 5/1/85.