Young, coached-up Dayton DB with captain-level pedigree
Elazar Hood enters his **second season** at Dayton as a **5-11, 165-pound defensive back** with early leadership indicators, including **team captain** honors in high school and **Special Mention All-District** recognition. Dayton’s roster lists him as a **sophomore DB** in 2026, suggesting a developing player who already has the background and training base to compete for snaps. His biggest differentiators are **discipline, coachability, and a technician’s foundation**—he’s been training with former Ohio State defensive back Doran Grant since freshman year, which points to polished habits and upside rather than just raw athleticism. [7][10][3]
