Elijah Carney brings old-school linebacker grit and off-field polish to MTSU
Elijah Carney is a redshirt junior linebacker for Middle Tennessee who pairs a compact 6-0, 222-pound frame with real production and leadership background, including 321 career tackles, 20 tackles for loss, five sacks and an interception at the prep level, plus team captain and MVP honors. In 2026, MTSU also highlighted his 4.0 GPA, philosophy/religious studies double-major path, and multiple scout-team awards, which points to a disciplined, high-IQ, hard-working player who fits programs that value toughness, intelligence and reliable locker-room presence.
