Meet Rodney Colton Jr., a three-star linebacker from Newnan High School (Newnan, Georgia) and a rising defensive prospect in the 2025 recruiting class. At 6-1, 225, Colton is known for his strength, versatility, and disruptive playmaking ability at the second level. Recruiting Rankings (As of 12/1/25) Three-star prospect by the major recruiting outlets Rivals: No. 32 linebacker | No. 48 player in Georgia ESPN: Four-star rating | No. 23 LB nationally | No. 36 player in Georgia 247 Sports: 87 rating | No. 64 LB | No. 95 player in Georgia 247 Composite: No. 515 nationally | No. 42 LB | No. 54 player in Georgia Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 467 nationally | No. 38 LB | No. 51 player in Georgia High School Career – Newnan High School Played four varsity seasons under head coach Chip Walker at Newnan High School and developed into one of Georgia’s most productive linebackers. Accolades / Career Production 157 tackles, 27 tackles for loss, 10 sacks, five forced fumbles, five QB hurries, thre...