
Rodney Mills brings wrestler’s edge and early disruption to LIU’s defensive front
In the 2025 season, Rodney Mills emerged as a redshirt freshman DL for LIU and logged a quarterback takedown in the Sharks’ home opener against Sacred Heart, showing real pop for a young interior defender. LIU’s roster bio points to a high-upside profile: a 6-foot-1, 230-pound local standout with two-time All-State honors, two-time All-Long Island recognition, and a 2024 wrestling state title—traits that usually translate to leverage, toughness, and hand-fighting strength in the trenches. If your team wants a hard-nosed, physical DL with upside and a little “don’t-mess-with-me” in his game, Mills is worth a serious look.





