UTEP's Towering TE from the Late 2000s Era
Elijah Goldtrap, a 6'5", 260-pound tight end for the UTEP Miners, showcased his high school pedigree with All-League, All-Area, and All-CIF honors in 2005 (21 catches, 305 yards, 2 TDs), transitioning smoothly back to offense in 2008 after a defensive end stint; his career college stats include 35 games with 9 receptions for 85 yards and 1 TD through 2009. A physical mismatch nightmare with reliable hands and blocking grit, Goldtrap was a senior-honored contributor in UTEP's pass game—perfect for teams needing a versatile, battle-tested TE, though his era predates current NFL radars.
