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Elijah Rikard
DB · SR · Central Michigan Chippewas

Elijah Rikard

DB SR Central Michigan
About Rikard Updated Apr 19, 2026

Versatile CMU DB with Pro Day Buzz for 2026 NFL Draft

Elijah Rikard, a 6'1", 190-lb Free Safety for Central Michigan (EA rating 71), stands out with elite versatility—seamlessly playing FS, CB, or wherever needed in the secondary, excelling in man coverage and game-changing plays.[1][2] From Detroit roots, this high-motor defender brings intensity and adaptability that transcend stats, making him a coach's dream for flexible schemes without notable injury red flags.[2][3] Care because he's a rising 2026 NFL prospect turning heads at pro day; perfect fit for teams needing multi-positional DB depth.[6]

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DNA

Limited data for this season 2025 season · Updated Aug 30, 2026
Rikard Natl avg · defensive backs

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Tackling
51st percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Coverage
14th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Ball Hawk
37th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Disruption
35th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games / 13 PBP
Playmaker
34th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Turnover Creator
~36th percentile; Thin sample; 13 games / 0 PBP
Production
26th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games / 13 PBP
Consistency
60th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Clutch
~31st percentile; Thin sample; 13 games / 0 PBP

Stats

2025

Percentile among FBS DBs — a full red bar is the peak

28
Tackles
372nd of 2,014 DBs
18
Assisted Tackles
296th of 2,014 DBs
0
Passes Defended
1138th of 2,014 DBs
1
Interceptions
259th of 645 DBs
0
Interception Yards
409th of 645 DBs
0
Interception Touchdowns
80th of 645 DBs
0
Sacks
277th of 2,014 DBs
Career Stats
SEASONSCHOOL
202513280100
202412270---
202310151100
2022220---

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