Eli Elrod

Joined: Aug 19, 2026

Eli Elrod is an up-and-coming sports journalist with a passion for college athletics and a growing background in recruiting and team coverage. He has covered various college programs across the On SI network, reporting on recruiting, breaking news, player development, and other important storylines surrounding college football. Elrod began his journalism career in 2023, covering local recruiting on social media platforms. During that time, he interviewed and highlighted nationally ranked prospects throughout Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina, gaining valuable experience evaluating talent, conducting interviews, and building the reporting skills necessary to succeed in sports journalism.

Florida Rebels Cayden Daughtry (3) shoots the ball during the Florida Rebels and Drive Nation 17U championship game at the Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The Florida Rebels defeated Drive Nation 71-60.

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