Freshman DB Elijah Townes brings SEMO size, youth, and upside to the Redhawks secondary
Elijah Townes is a 2026 freshman defensive back at Southeast Missouri State, listed at 6'0", 165 pounds and wearing No. 34; the key appeal is developmental upside, length, and a clean slate in a DB room that values speed and adaptability. He does not yet have widely available college production or news, so the fit question is more about projection than proven stat-sheet impact. For a team wanting a young, active defensive back with room to grow into the role, Townes is a name to watch.
