Utah Tech University Athletics

Before Utah Tech: Originally signed at San Jose State and was part of the Spartan program for four seasons ... saw time in 20 games with one start over that span ... played in all 12 games with two starts in 2022 and tallied 29 total tackles (14 solo) with 1.0 TFL ... was a two-time all-Tri-City Athletic League pick at St. Mary's HS, where he played outside linebacker, corner, safety, wide receiver and tight end, and saw time as a return specialist ... collected second team all-league honors as a senior after he racked up 53 tackles along with three interceptions and eight PBUs … also lettered in basketball. 
 
More on Elijah: Born in Modesto, California … parents are Joseph Wood Sr. and Devon and Rondell Dean … also recruited by San Jose State, Weber State, Southern Utah, Portland State, Wyoming, Nevada, Cal Poly, UC Davis and Eastern Washington … favorite team is the Pittsburgh Steelers … favorite player is Minkah Fitzpatrick … favorite band is Future … favorite food is macaroni and cheese … plans to open a custom home construction company and own his own interior design company … currently majoring in business marketing.
 
Why Elijah chose Utah Tech: "I chose Utah Tech because of the fast growth development I have seen within in the program. They’re invested into what they are trying to accomplish and build, and I wanted to be a part of something special. I also chose Utah Tech because of the location, it’s like walking through a National Geographic book each day and it’s a small town. With small towns come a supportive fan base from the community and I wanted to be a part of a football town more than ever.”