Elijah Pendleton delivered a dynamic, multi-dimensional 2025 varsity season for the Bulldogs, impacting games on offense, defense, and special teams. As a Senior CB/WR, Elijah averaged 83.1 receiving yards per game and 45.5 rushing yards per game, producing 128.6 total offensive yards per game and finishing the season with 1,415 total yards from scrimmage. He scored 18 total touchdowns (13 receiving, 5 rushing), ranking among the team’s top offensive playmakers while consistently generating explosive production.

Defensively, Elijah was equally impactful, finishing the season with 60 total tackles and 3 interceptions, showing strong ball skills, tackling reliability, and coverage awareness. His ability to produce at a high level on both sides of the ball underscores his value as a true three-phase athlete.

Athletic Evaluation – Position-Specific Skills & Strengths:
Elijah’s verified game speed, acceleration, and field vision allow him to consistently create separation as a receiver and exploit open-field creases as a runner, reflected in his 128.6 yards per game from scrimmage. His effectiveness at CB, WR, and RB highlights elite versatility, spatial awareness, and adaptability that translate directly to college systems and special teams units.

Character & Intangibles – Mental Toughness, Coachability, Work Ethic & Dedication:
Elijah’s leadership as a Senior consistently showed in high-pressure moments, where he delivered scoring plays, defensive stops, and momentum-shifting performances. Coaches praise his film study habits, coachability, and work ethic, along with his commitment to team success and accountability on and off the field.