File DT-322 · National rank 4142 · 2027 class
Elijah Hughes
6'3"Height
295 lbWeight
Representation
Winkler Sports
Confirmed
Winkler Sports
Confirmed
Quick Notes
Elijah Hughes is a senior defensive lineman who transferred to Notre Dame from USC and sits in a reserve role. He profiles as a developmental piece with a long way to go.
Agent / Representation
Status
Represented
Confirmed
AgencyWinkler Sports
SourceListed on Winkler Sports official client roster (Notre Dame).
Verified2026-07-15
Board Standing
#322
DT / 1170
#4142
Overall / 15102
Nearest at DT
- #320Donta Simpson3.8
- #321Dylan Berymon3.8
- #322Elijah Hughes3.8
- #323Eliyt Nairne3.8
- #324Emanuel Ruffin3.8
Scouting Verdict
3-star Sr USC transfer DL (No.1692) with modest production (21 tk/1 sack peak; ~33 career tackles) and a Reserve role. Low pedigree and limited output cap the grade. Veteran rotational depth.
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DT Keys
2025 · Notre Dame
21
Tot
Better than 73% of 660 DTs
1
Sacks
Better than 69% of 637 DTs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#922
National
#103
Position
#24
State
Career Production
3 college seasons
| Year | Team | GP | Tot | Sacks | TFL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Notre Dame | 9 | 21 | 1 | — |
| 2024 | USC | 4 | 6 | 1 | — |
| 2023 | USC | 4 | 6 | 0.5 | — |
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