He was named All-Southland Conference as a senior when he had 23 receptions for 402 yards and four touchdowns.
[1] Ellender was inducted into McNeese State's Athletic Hall of Fame in 2003.
[2] Ellender was selected in the ninth round of the 1979 NFL draft by the Houston Oilers.
"[5] Ellender finished the season with one reception for 15 yards and was the Oilers' leading punt and kick returner.
[7] Ellender stayed in Houston after his football career ended and works as a loans officer.