Elkin made his collegiate debut in week 2 of the 2021 season versus rival
Iowa State. Heading into the 2024 season, he was named to the Mannelly Award watch list, after being named all-academic
Big Ten the previous two seasons. For his performance during the 2024 season Elkin was named a AFCA All-American, as well as being named second-team all-Big Ten. He finished his collegiate career with six tackles in 53 games. ==Professional career==