2024 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Elijah Klein, OL, UTEP

- Name: Elijah Klein
- Position: OL all Positions (RG mainly)
- College: UTEP
- Height: 6’4
- Weight: 315
- Twitter: elijahklein79
- Instagram: elijah_klein909
What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2024 NFL Draft?
My ability to rise up to any challenge I’m faced with.
At what age were you first interested in the sport of football?
14
What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?
I have an intense competitive drive. I hate nothing more than losing, no matter the competition.
If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?
Child hunger
What is the best advice you have ever received?
Do not constantly burden your mind with long term goals. Rather, focus at the task at hand which will help you reach your long term goals
Who was your childhood hero?
My mother, strongest person I know
Who is the most underrated teammate in your locker room at your school?
Andrew Meyer
What is your biggest pet peeve?
People who drive below the speed limit in the passing lane
Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?
Persevering through a 15 year custody battle as a child
Tell me something about your school and why it is so special to you?
The people at UTEP are genuine and will give up the shirt off their back.
What is your favorite snack food?
Spicy chips
What is the best part of football?
The competition. As an OL there is no ball, glove, or bat. Just your body and technique against another person’s.
If you could sell yourself in one sentence what would you say?
I am smart, strong, and agile, but most importantly I am incredibly determined to achieve all my goals and aspirations.
If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?
My Grandfather, my Mother, and Dave Chappelle

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