Hey Nerds! Welcome to the Dynasty Nerds 2026 Rookie Profile Series, where we break down the top prospects from the upcoming NFL Draft using the All-22 Film, production data, and dynasty-specific context.
This profile focuses on Elijah Sarratt, a dynamic wide receiver prospect out of Indiana. Using the Dynasty Nerds Film Room, we’ll examine Sarratt’s background, on-field strengths, areas for development, and projected dynasty outlook in 12-Team SuperFlex PPR formats.
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Elijah Sarratt| WR | Indiana
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 209 lbs.
Elijah Sarratt attended Colonial Forge High School in Stafford, Virginia, before transferring to Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore, Maryland, prior to his senior year. Elijah Sarratt was an unrated recruit in the 2022 class who did not receive any initial FBS scholarship offers.
Elijah Sarratt began his collegiate career in the FCS at Saint Francis. As a true freshman, he hauled in 42 catches for 700 yards and tied the program’s single-season record with 13 receiving touchdowns, earning FCS Freshman All-America and First-team All-NEC. In 2023, Sarratt transferred to James Madison University and emerged as the team’s leading receiver. He finished his sophomore campaign recording 82 receptions for 1,191 yards and nine total touchdowns, while being named to the first-team All-Sun Belt. In 2024, James Madison Head Coach Curt Cignetti left for Indiana, and Sarratt followed. Sarratt earned Third-team All-Big Ten. In 2025, despite missing two games due to injury, Sarratt caught 52 passes for 802 yards and 15 touchdowns, tying for second in Indiana single-season history for receiving touchdowns while earning Second-team All-Big Ten and an eventual National Championship with Indiana.
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Rookie Profile | Strengths and Weaknesses
At 6’2’’, Elijah Sarratt is a big-bodied receiver who is a reliable receiving option. Nicknamed Waffle House because, like the popular chain restaurant, he’s known for being open and available to catch passes in big moments, a name given to him by his teammates and embraced by him for his clutch play. Sarratt displays alignment versatility, with the ability to play outside thanks to his contested-catch ability and outstanding body control. His size and strength allow him to win through contact and maintain excellent body control in the air. He can also play as a “power slot” with his reliance on route technicality and ability to find soft spots in zone coverage. In terms of player comparisons, I see a Michael Pittman
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Sarratt has good but not great speed. He is not going to consistently threaten NFL secondaries vertically and has average run-after-the-catch ability. Sarratt also appears to be a better complementary wide receiver rather than a true alpha. Sarratt needs to continue to refine his release package as he will not always be able to overpower physical defensive backs.
Elijah Sarratt | All-22 Film Breakdown
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At the 4:38 mark against Ohio State, Sarratt displays his contested-catch and ball tracking ability as he snags a 17-yard touchdown reception over the head of Ohio State’s Jermaine Mathews Jr.
Draft Capital | Potential Landing Spots
After looking at other fantasy analysts’ wide receiver rankings, I am amongst the highest on Sarratt. Currently, he is my WR7 in this draft class. Elijah Sarratt is projected as a mid-to-late second-round pick in the NFL Draft, with a possibility to slide into the early third round. If San Francisco doesn’t address the wide receiver position in the first round, I think Sarratt would be a great fit in Kyle Shanahan’s system. In terms of rookie drafts, I have Sarratt as an early-to-mid second-round pick. As a matter of fact, I put my money where my mouth is and selected Sarratt with the 2.01 in our most recent Dynasty Nerds Mock Draft.
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🧠 People Also Ask About Elijah Sarratt
Who is Elijah Sarratt and why is Elijah Sarratt a top NFL Draft prospect?
A: Elijah Sarratt is a wide receiver from Indiana who rose from an unrated recruit to a productive playmaker across multiple programs. He earned multiple all-conference honors, capped his career with 15 touchdowns in 2025, and helped Indiana win a National Championship. His size, contested-catch ability, and versatility make him an intriguing NFL Draft prospect.
What is Elijah Sarratt’s projected NFL Draft range?
A: Elijah Sarratt is currently projected as a mid-to-late second-round pick in the NFL Draft, with the potential to slide into the early third round depending on how the board falls.
Is Elijah Sarratt a good dynasty fantasy football rookie pick?
A: In 12-Team SuperFlex PPR formats, Elijah Sarratt profiles as an early-to-mid second-round rookie draft selection. The author ranks him as WR7 in the class and has already selected him at 2.01 in a Dynasty Nerds Mock Draft.
What NFL teams are the best potential landing spots for Elijah Sarratt?
A: One potential landing spot mentioned is San Francisco, particularly if they do not address wide receiver in the first round. His skill set could fit well within Kyle Shanahan’s offensive system.
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