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Seven clearances Saturday Elliott registered one tackle (one won) and seven clearances in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Elliott made a single tackle during Saturday's win, but the more impressive note was his seven clearances. The defender was excellent in the backline throughout the match and snuffed out some dangerous chances. He should remain a key part of the defense for the foreseeable future as a major contributor in keeping the defense ordered.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Fernandez, Ojeda and Jones each score a goal, NYCFC beat Fire 3-1

Nicolas Fernandez scored a goal for the third consecutive game, Agustin Ojeda and Malachi Jones each added a goal, and New York City FC beat the Chicago Fire 3-1

JULY 26 • Associated Press

Three interceptions in 2-0 win Elliott generated 11 clearancesand three interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win against CF Montreal.

Impact Elliott made 11 clearances, more than any player in the match. It was the fourth occasion in the league campaign where the 30-year-old made 10 or more clearances in a single league fixture. Elliott also made three interceptions.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of campaign Elliott assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Elliot delivered his first assist of the campaign Saturday as part of Chicago Fire's 5-0 drubbing of Sporting Kansas City. More characteristically, the central defender added two interceptions and four clearances to the clean sheet effort over his 90-minute shift. After missing Chicago's final March match due to illness, Elliot has made four successive appearances (four starts).

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots from defense Elliott had four shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Elliot lined up in the defense but still earned some offensive work Saturday, as the defender would record four shots, although none were on target. He would also add some work in the defense, notching 12 clearances on his way to a clean sheet. He has now been a part of three clean sheets in five appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Elliott (not injury related) is on the bench for Saturday's game versus Nashville.

Impact Elliott avoided an absence despite being questionable for unknown reasons prior to this match. However, the defender will be available only as a substitute while both Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Joel Waterman start at center-back. Elliott also missed the previous contest due to illness but made three successive starts before that.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Could sit out again Elliott is doubtful ahead of the weekend's meeting with Nashville to due non-injury reasons.

Impact Elliott was expected to bounce back from an illness, but he's still listed as questionable by the league. The defender, who has made three league starts in 2026, would be expected to feature alongside Mbekezeli Mbokazi if he's available. Otherwise, Joel Waterman could continue to take his place.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Training once again Elliott (illness) is back in training and an option for his club moving forward, according to Joe Chatz of on Tap Sports.

Impact Elliott missed the last match ahead of the break with an illness, but has used the time off to recharge and recover, with the defender now back in training. This should clear him for action moving forward, as he should return to his starting role, starting in all three appearances this season.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out due to illness Elliott will be absent in Saturday's clash with Philadelphia as coach Gregg Berhalter has confirmed he's dealing with an illness, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Elliott has started each of the last three MLS matchups at center-back but is expected to be replaced by Joel Waterman until he's healthy. The experienced defender earned two clean sheets while averaging 5.7 clearances, 1.3 tackles and 1.0 interceptions per game over his three previous appearances.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Saturday Elliott (head) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Montreal.

Impact Elliott returns to the lineup for Saturday's clash against Montreal after rejoining training this week and completing his recovery. The defender steps straight back into a starting role, which is no surprise given his importance when fit. He started all 36 appearances last season at center-back while contributing to six clean sheets and remains a key piece of the back line.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Training Tuesday Elliott (head) was back in training Tuesday, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Eliiott looks to be on the mend this week and is in for a potential return, with the defender already joining training. The club will await his immediate return to a starting role, as he is a regular defender when fit, starting in all 36 appearances last season at center-back while earning six clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful with head injury Elliott is expected to face a late decision ahead of the weekend's meeting with Houston Dynamo because of a head issue, according to the MLS player status report.

Impact Elliott could be at risk of losing a streak of 30 starts in league play, which would be a huge blow to the team's back line. While the severity of his issue remains to be confirmed, his place in the lineup could be taken by Sam Rogers or Joel Waterman.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Contract option exercised Elliott's option for 2026 was exercised, the club announced.

Impact Elliott will return to Chicago for the 2026 season after his option was exercised. The center-back was an undisputed starter in the backline for the Fire this season, missing only one game and contributing season highs with four goals, three assists, 35 blocks and 244 clearances. Eliott will remain a major piece of the backline heading into the new MLS season.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire FC roster update: Jack Elliott option exercised | MLSSoccer.com After a strong first season under head coach and director of football Gregg Berhalter, Chicago Fire FC are poised to bring back most of thei...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Bags late equalizer Elliott scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 (6-4) penalty shootout loss to Philadelphia Union. In addition, he was given a y...

Impact Elliott would come up clutch late in the match to equalize the game before an eventual loss, as the defender would score a goal in the 93rd minute. This was the defender's fourth goal of the season despite not earning one last season, with three of which coming in their past four games. The defender also added 13 clearances in the defense for a decent match all-around.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jesús Bueno scores winner in PK shootout as Union hold off Fire in first-round opener of MLS Cup

Jesús Bueno scored the decisive goal in a penalty-kick shootout after Philadelphia blew a two-goal lead late and the top-seeded Union beat the Chicago Fire in a best-of-three first...

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Elliott and the Chicago Fire visit the New England Revolution

Jack Elliott leads the Chicago Fire into a matchup with the New England Revolution after scoring two goals against Toronto

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Brace cancels out own goal Elliott scored two goals to go with an own goal and three shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Toronto FC.

Impact Elliott's brace made up for his own goal, which was ultimately the reason Chicago had to settle for a draw. The defender should be involved on both sides of the pitch against New England as the Fire try to get out of the No. 8 spot in the East standings to avoid the one-game wild card in the playoffs.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Jack Elliott nets brace as Chicago Fire, Toronto FC play to draw Deadspin | Jack Elliott nets brace as Chicago Fire, Toronto FC play to draw

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Djordje Mihailovic scores late in stoppage time to rally Toronto to 2-2 draw with Fire

Djordje Mihailovic scored in the 10th minute of second-half stoppage time to rally Toronto FC to a 2-2 draw with the Chicago Fire

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists opener Saturday Elliott assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Columbus Crew.

Impact Elliott recorded his third assist of the season as he set up Andrew Gutman's strike in the 25th minute. It was the only chance he created in the match. He also kept a clean sheet in his second straight match, winning one tackle, intercepting one pass, making three clearances and blocking one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores at Montreal Elliott scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win against CF Montreal.

Impact Elliott scored his first goal in the campaign in the 53rd minute to double Chicago's lead and seal the deal. The centerback with a season-high four shots. He also did well on defense, logging the second-most clearances (nine) and tackles (three).

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Visiting Chicago Fire scorch struggling CF Montreal 2-0 MONTREAL - Hugo Cuypers and Jack Elliott scored for Chicago and CF Montreal lost its 15th game on the season, falling 2-0 to the Fire at Sta...

JULY 20, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

Hugo Cuypers and Jack Elliott each score to help the Fire beat Montreal 2-0

Hugo Cuypers and Jack Elliott each scored a goal, and Chris Brady recorded his third clean sheet of the season to help the Chicago Fire beat Montreal 2-0

JULY 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Chicago Fire host the Philadelphia Union in Eastern Conference action

The Philadelphia Union take on the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference action

JUNE 24, 2025 • Associated Press

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