Elijah Reynolds brings long, high-upside linebacker traits to CMU
In the 2026 season, Elijah Reynolds profiles as a fresh-faced Central Michigan linebacker with a sturdy 6-2, 230-pound frame, early enrollment, and a three-star pedigree that suggests upside rather than a finished product.[1][3][4] His high school résumé points to versatility and football IQ—he played middle linebacker and tight end, earned two-time all-area honors, and the coaching staff clearly valued his toughness and approach.[1] He missed time in junior year with a right shoulder injury, so the key question is how quickly his physicality and coverage range translate at the college level.[15]
