The #1 Sophomore In Oklahoma: Elijah Thomas

Elijah Thomas is a 4 Star recruit who plays Wide Receiver at Checotah High School. Thomas is ranked as the 97th best recruit in the class of 2025 and is ranked as a top 15 Wide Receiver in the class as well. In addition, Thomas is listed as the #1 recruit in the state of Oklahoma. He holds offers from schools such as Alabama, Oklahoma and Texas A&M.

Who are some role models in your life?

Desmond Dan

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Lil Baby and NBA YoungBoy

What are the strengths of your game?

My hands and aggressiveness

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Watching my teammates succeed

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I’ve played against is Max Brown, who currently plays for the Florida Gators.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

No matter how hard things get mentally, remember who you do it for and why.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

If I could travel anywhere, I’d go to Bora Bora.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 8 years old when I first fell in love with the game.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

If I could meet one sports hero, it would be Justin Jefferson.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment as a fan, is Ja’Marr Chase’s first NFL touchdown.