Elijah Lansden

Elijah Lansden — 2-star Linebacker prospect, Class of 2031 from Gallatin, Tennessee (Liberty Creek High School). Verified football recruiting profile, star rating, measurables and scouting report on National Radar.

Sport
Football
Position
Linebacker / Defensive Back
Class
2031
High School / Program
Liberty Creek High School
Hometown
Gallatin, Tennessee
Height
5'11"
Weight
165 lb
40 Yard Dash
5.0
Vertical Jump
27
Bench Press
235
Squat
315
GPA
4.0
Star Rating
2-star prospect
Status
National Radar Verified prospect

Scouting report

Elijah Lansden is a highly versatile defensive prospect in the Class of 2031 who brings the skill set to make an impact at both linebacker and safety. He plays with excellent instincts and a high football IQ, consistently showing the ability to diagnose plays, react quickly, and put himself in position to make a play. His combination of athleticism, awareness, and physicality gives him the flexibility to play in space from the secondary or move down into the box as an additional run defender. Lansden is an aggressive, dependable tackler who plays with confidence and brings legitimate hitting power to the defense. He attacks ball carriers downhill, closes space quickly, and does not shy away from contact. When playing in the box, he shows the mentality of a linebacker with the movement ability of a defensive back. His ability to pursue sideline to sideline, step into running lanes, pressure the backfield, and contribute in coverage makes him a valuable chess piece who can be moved around within a defensive scheme. What separates Lansden is his combination of physical play and football intelligence. He understands how to read and react rather than simply relying on athletic ability, and his versatility gives him significant long-term upside as he continues to develop. Whether aligned at linebacker, rolled down into the box, or working from the safety position, Lansden has the tools to become a complete defensive playmaker. He is a high-motor, hard-hitting Class of 2031 prospect with the instincts, toughness, and positional versatility to be a name to continue watching in Tennessee.

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