Porter Ellett

Porter Ellett is a coach with the Kansas City Chiefs, recognized for his contributions to professional football and his expertise in sports leadership, team management, and player development. Ellett lost the use of his right arm in an accident at age 4, which resulted in a triple skull fracture and severe nerve damage. As a teenager, he chose to have the non-functioning limb amputated, allowing him to participate more fully in athletics. Despite this challenge, Ellett worked on his family farm, drove a stick-shift, and competed in high school baseball, basketball, and track. He was named the state's 1A baseball MVP as a junior in high school.

After high school, Ellett attended Brigham Young University to study economics and began working with the BYU Cougars football team. This experience sparked his interest in pursuing a career in football. Following graduation, Ellett worked as a tax analyst before deciding to study sports management at Baylor University. While at Baylor, he worked at McLane Stadium, where he met Head Coach Andy Reid. This encounter led to an opportunity with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Ellett has served in several roles with the Chiefs, including senior assistant to the head coach, offensive quality control coach, assistant running backs coach, and assistant special teams coach. He has worked closely with Head Coach Andy Reid, Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy, and Running Backs Coach Todd Pinkston, contributing to player development and team operations. Ellett played a key role in guiding running back Isiah Pacheco to a strong performance, supporting the team's rushing efforts. His responsibilities include film study, practice planning, and in-game adjustments, contributing to multiple Super Bowl victories.

In addition to his coaching career, Ellett is a speaker on resilience, adaptability, and overcoming adversity. He has delivered more than 1,000 keynotes nationwide, sharing insights on creative problem-solving and personal growth. The Missouri Sports Hall of Fame honored Ellett with the Art Hains Inspiration Award, recognizing his influence beyond the football field. Ellett emphasizes that challenges can be transformed into opportunities, encouraging others to approach obstacles with determination and creativity.