Elijah shows a strong, instinctive presence at linebacker, consistently staying involved in every phase of the defense. On film, he diagnoses plays quickly, reading the backfield and reacting decisively to both runs and passes. Elijah engages blockers with balance and leverage, shedding contact efficiently to make tackles at or behind the line of scrimmage. His sideline-to-sideline speed allows him to close gaps quickly, support the run, and cover short passes effectively. Beyond physical tools, Elijah plays with effort and competitiveness on every snap, making him a reliable and impactful playmaker who can influence the outcome of a game.

Elijah shows a strong, instinctive presence at linebacker, consistently staying involved in every phase of the defense. On film, he diagnoses plays quickly, reading the backfield and reacting decisively to both runs and passes. Elijah engages blockers with balance and leverage, shedding contact efficiently to make tackles at or behind the line of scrimmage. His sideline-to-sideline speed allows him to close gaps quickly, support the run, and cover short passes effectively. Beyond physical tools, Elijah plays with effort and competitiveness on every snap, making him a reliable and impactful playmaker who can influence the outcome of a game.