UTSA's Intense, Redshirt Senior Safety with a Wide Receiver's Instincts
Ronald Link-Milam Jr., a 6'2", 200-lb redshirt senior safety for UTSA, stands out not just for his 2024 season durability but for his unique differentiator: a former wide receiver at Reagan High School who caught 22 passes for 272 yards (12.4 avg yds/rec), giving him elite ball-hawking instincts and route recognition rare for a defensive back. His intensity is palpable—evidenced by his heartfelt #RemembranceDay tribute to his late father, revealing a deeply personal, emotionally driven intensity that fuels his on-field aggression. While stats show 1 solo tackle and 0 INTs in 2024, his true value lies in his coverage savvy, physicality, and leadership as a UIW nursing student balancing academics with football. He’s a high-fit safety for teams needing a smart, intense, and emotionally resilient player who reads the game like a receiver.
