Malik Elzy News, Rumors, Updates - Illinois Fighting Illini

Commits to LSU Elzy has committed to LSU, Hayes Fawcett of On3.com reports.

Impact Elzy left the Fighting Illini's program in September with the intent to enter the transfer portal. He's officially found his new home, joining LSU and its new head coach, Lane Kiffin. In three seasons with Illinois, Elzy caught 16 passes for 213 yards and two touchdowns.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Plans to enter portal Elzy (not injury related) plans to enter the transfer portal, per On3.com.

Impact Elzy was reported to be no longer with the program shortly after he was ruled out for Illinois' thrilling win over USC. The wide receiver was never able to secure a consistent role with the Illini, and given that he's only played in four games this season, he'll chalk 2025 up as a redshirt year and look to relocate for his senior season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No longer with program Elzy is no longer with the program and is slated to redshirt in 2025, Scott Richey of The Champaign News-Gazette reports.

Impact Elzy was a highly-touted recruit coming out of high school, but was unable to claim a sizable role in the offense during his first three seasons with the Illini. He'll redshirt the season as a result and will presumably hit the transfer portal following the season with two years of eligibility remaining. Elzy totaled seven catches for 84 yards through the first four contests.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Elzy (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game versus USC>

Impact Elzy popped up on Saturday's injury report and will miss the ranked matchup with USC with an undisclosed injury. Through for games this season he's caught seven passes (on 10 targets) for 84 yards, so he hasn't made a massive impact so far. His next chance to suit up is next Saturday at Purdue.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Elzy (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game versus USC>

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Elzy (undisclosed) is back at practice, Glenn Kinley of WCIA.com reports.

Impact Now healthy, Elzy will look to back up earlier camp praise on him. In both his past seasons, he logged five or fewer receptions but averaged double-digit yards per catch and recorded one touchdown.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Elzy was held out Tuesday due to an undisclosed injury, Jeremy Werner of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Elzy had been making a strong impression during camp so hopefully the absence is not due to anything serious as the season-opener creeps up. The junior wide receiver will aim to surpass his career-high 77 receiving yards this season.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Receiving praise early in camp Elzy has garnered praise from the coaching staff early in camp, Jeremy Werner of 247Sports reports. "Really proud of him and the summer he's had," wide receivers coach Justin Stepp...

Impact Elzy is fighting for the starting "X" role vacated by Pat Bryant, and if the summer and early fall camp is any indication, he may have a slight leg up over the likes of Alex Capka-Jones and Justin Bowick, the other two vying for the spot on the depth chart. Elzy has some pedigree as a former four-star prospect, but he's yet to display that talent on the field, amassing just nine catches for 139 yards and two touchdowns through his first two seasons on campus. He could be primed for a sizable season in 2025 if he ulitmately claims the starting role out wide.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active against Northwestern Elzy (undisclosed) is not listed on Illinois' injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Northwestern.

Impact Elzy will appear in Illinois' season finale against the Wildcats after sitting out during the last two games with an undisclosed injury. The 6-foot-2 sophomore has appeared in eight games this season, logging three receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP at Rutgers Elzy (undisclosed) did not play during Illinois' game at Rutgers on Saturday.

Impact Elzy is on the verge of having sat out Illinois' entire November schedule. For the month and Illinois' 2024 regular season, the team's last game is scheduled at Northwestern on Nov. 30.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Elzy (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Illinois' clash with Rutgers on Saturday.

Impact Elzy was expected to return to practice this week, but there's still some question about the wideouts status before kickoff. If he can't go, expect to see more of Kenari Wilcher.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to practice Tuesday Elzy (undisclosed) is expected to practice Tuesday, Jeremy Werner of 247Sports reports.

Impact After being ruled out for Illinois' game Saturday against Michigan State, Elzy's next objective is getting on the path to a full recovery. It is expected to begin Tuesday, and ideally, he makes good enough progress that he can be available for this coming Saturday's game at Rutgers.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Spartans Elzy (undisclosed) is out against Michigan State.

Impact Elzy has just three catches for 65 yards and a score this fall; he's not a big part of this Illini offense. His next chance to play will come against Rutgers on Nov. 23.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in opener Elzy reeled in 2 of 3 targets for 51 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 45-0 win versus Eastern Illinois.

Impact Elzy connected with quarterback Luke Altmyer on a 34-yard strike with under two minutes remaining in the first half to stretch out the lead for the Fighting Illini. The sophomore receiver had a tough time making an impact as a freshman in 2023, totaling just 52 yards and a single touchdown on the season. Despite just three targets during the game, Thursday's explosive performance indicates that Elzy will likely see an elevated role within the Illinois offense in 2024, with his next opportunity to shine coming on Saturday against Kansas.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Illnois' Luke Altmyer finds Malik Elzy for a 34-yard touchdown vs. Eastern Illinois

AUGUST 30, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Good to go Saturday Elzy (undisclosed) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus Wisconsin.

Impact Elzy will return to action Saturday after missing the previous game with an undisclosed injury. Elzy has recorded five catches for 52 yards and one touchdown across four appearances this season.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Illnois' Luke Altmyer finds Malik Elzy for a 34-yard touchdown vs. Eastern Illinois