6’0, 185, 3.7 GPA, now at Bishop McDevitt. Has carried this level of ranking since freshman year for a reason. True safety prospect with size and playmaking ability. Picked up a Duquesne offer, more should follow. When at Cumberland Valley, showed he could change games quickly. Fits the mold of a serious FCS safety at minimum. Lack of junior-year production could slow things slightly. Still a Division I player in my eyes. Tools and track record are already there.

Elijah Sherman Elijah Sherman 6'0" | 185 lbs | DB/WR Bishop McDevitt | 2027 State PA of Cumberland Valley High School is an instinctive 2027 defensive back who brings physicality and football IQ to the secondary. At 6’0”, 180 pounds, Sherman has a solid frame that allows him to match up well in coverage while also holding up in run support. He does an excellent job reading offensive routes, showing patience in zone and reacting quickly once the quarterback commits. His anticipation allows him to break on the ball with confidence and close space in a hurry. Sherman thrives when he can fly downhill, delivering aggressive, tone-setting hits on receivers after the catch. He plays with controlled aggression, rarely taking poor angles when coming forward to make a play. In coverage, he stays balanced in his backpedal and transitions efficiently out of his breaks. With his instincts and physical edge, Sherman projects as a defensive back who can impact the game both in coverage and as a force in the open field.

Elijah Sherman Elijah Sherman 6'0" | 185 lbs | DB/WR Bishop McDevitt | 2027 State PA is a good athlete who is an excellent two-way player for Cumberland Valley. As a wide receiver, he is a difference maker. He is excellent after the catch by making defenders miss in space. He has excellent speed, and once he gets into the open field, he is off to the races. As a defender, he shows a great ability as a safety. He is excellent at coming upfield and making tackles in the open field. Sherman has a chance to be even better this season for Cumberland Valley, and he picked up an offer from Duquesne University already. I expect more offers to come his way.

You can classify Elijah Sherman Elijah Sherman 6'0" | 185 lbs | DB/WR Bishop McDevitt | 2027 State PA as an athlete if you prefer that, but I really want to highlight his tape at Safety. Sherman has a good build for starters, doesn’t look too thin or too clunky out there deep. Sherman has a special level burst for the position always running down hill at the speed of light almost. The coverage skills are awesome, the skills to actually go get the football are even better. There was a clip about halfway through his tape where he runs from the middle of the field, and meets the WR at the sideline to make a play on the ball. Sherman is a high caliber player as reflected by his ranking on our site, while garnering interest still a team has yet to pull the trigger and I expect it to be sooner rather than later before he gets his first offer.

Huge boost in measurables. If Sherman really is up to 6’0 from 5’10, and up 185 from 170, his stock will be pushed further through the roof. I was enamored with Sherman’s freshman tape, ranking him a top-five DB prospect among 2027 PA underclassmen.

Sherman was on the receiving end of a Shepley seam ball that put Sherman in the end zone against Harrisburg. Sherman has consistently uploaded single-game cut-ups, as well as a cohesive mid-season tape, I applaud the effort in keeping up with his Hudl.

*Mid-season tape showcases the sophomore’s abilities as a kick returner, wideout, and safety. Comfortable in two-high sets, is a flash to a point once he diagnoses. Can double as a safety who can come downhill and fill the alley in support of the run, as well as a safety who can rotate over top and play center field. An advanced understanding of route concepts and can key these concepts on the fly. Is a seam and post neutralizer, especially when aligned in single-high sets. This is a future Division One defensive back, especially if his measurables hold true. Sherman’s wideout and return reps are icing on the cake. As easily he can take away the middle of the field from his safety spot, he can attack the middle via his slot alignment on offense. Fun player to watch.