Elijah Young, RB, Western Kentucky | 2025 NFL Draft Prospect Zoom Interview
Elijah Young is a standout all-purpose RB at Western Kentucky with exceptional speed. Young had an astounding performance his senior year of HS, being named Tennessee Gatorade Player of the Year and Tennessee’s Mr. Football after posting 2481 all-purpose yards. Out of HS, Young received countless offers from many collegiate programs. He began his career at Missouri, yet really didn’t blossom until transferring to Western Kentucky. Young is shifty, quick and a dangerous athlete in open space. As a runner, he utilizes solid vision and explosiveness. As a receiver, he provides a good safety blanket for his QB and really excels in the screen game. Young has legit track speed, posting a 10.7 in the 100m his junior year of HS. His speed and overall ability make him a valuable asset as a prospect.
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