Bishop Gorman Star Tight End Elija Lofton Commits to Miami Hurricanes

[Dwinstitles]

I said it earlier in this thread that he's gonna be another Fletcher-like hammer outta the backfield in addition to what he brings to the TE room.

I know @gogeta4 made the Larry Centers comp(a great comp might I add) but Lofton also gives me Marcel Reese vibes when he was cookin' for a few seasons with the Raiders...

Like bruh how tf does @gogeta4 come up with that comp? That's perfect but to think of that dude is impressive.

 

[Dwinstitles]

No he wouldn't. Size and speed limitations was always going to hold his rankings down. If was 6'3 or taller he'd be a really high 4 star at best(top 50ish player).

Most important thing is we're getting a really great player.

Facts

 

[Gru]

He plays tonight at 10PM on ESPNU VS top 25 Centennial.
Should get a good look at his skills

 

[Gru]

Just scored a TD on a wide open drag route

 

[grover]

Just scored a TD on a wide open drag route

Closest defender was his own receiver who almost hit him on the cross lol. Kid has been incredible hands, so smooth catching the ball.

 

[IndayArtHauz]

Second TD catch of the night.

 

[WaterburyCane]

Nice release from the line and catch

 

[Gru]

2nd TD grab was nice. Looked like a 1 hand stab

 

[Gru]

 

[One9]

 

[RVACane]

That’s a tank rolling right there.

 

[aleahy]

I don’t know about the 3 star 4 star 5 star popularity contest.

This dude is a 5 star football player. He will play early, play well, and play in the NFL. Not sure how many HS seniors you can say that about. Total stud football player.

 

[aleahy]

Kind of funny seeing ESPN putting him up there at 271 in the country. I’d love to see all 270 guys ahead of him lol.

 

[Canesallday09]

People compare him to Brevin but I think he’s a lot better. Our TE room gonna be ridiculous the next few years.

 

[skeeter]

Kid looks like Reuben Bain out there catching passes. Nice skill set

 

[Gru]

Added a rushing touchdown as well tonight. 3 TDs in a blowout. Not a bad night at the office

 

[Hegemon]

People compare him to Brevin but I think he’s a lot better. Our TE room gonna be ridiculous the next few years.

Brevin wishes he had Loftons athleticism.

 

[TrojanCane]

Kid looks like Reuben Bain out there catching passes. Nice skill set

Great way to put it. Not the prototype build for the position but a certified goon that is a difference maker on game day.

 

[561Cane]

People compare him to Brevin but I think he’s a lot better. Our TE room gonna be ridiculous the next few years.

Brevin is in the NFL so let's slow down a little. Brevin is a legit 6'3" 245lbs TE. Elijah is shorter, not as big and slower. Yes, Elijah has upside and enjoy his HS game. He probably translates better as HBack at the next level.

 

[DTP]

Much like Reuben Bain, the only reason this kid isn’t pushing 5 stars is because of his height. He’s basically a 6’1” TE in a day where tight ends are 6’4” and up. I’m curious how his game translates to the next level. He’s a good athlete and he can catch the ball really well but you’re not going to get that size mismatch with a safety down the seams that most teams use their tight end for. I’m scared we’re just going to turn him into some kind of fullback.