Arizona Commit Elijah Rushing of Salpointe Catholic is a Student of the Game

The best pass rushers anticipate, not just react. Elijah Rushing studies film obsessively to gain that split-second advantage. The Salpointe Catholic defensive end has developed into one of the nation's premier edge threats through technique and preparation as much as raw athleticism.

Rushing represents Tucson football against the Phoenix-area powers and has elevated his program's profile. His commitment to Arizona keeps a homegrown five-star talent in state.