Cole Brockwell is the heartbeat of URI’s defense
In the 2024 season, Rhode Island linebacker Cole Brockwell emerged as a true tone-setter, leading the Rams with 93 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, plus a forced fumble and recovery[4]. He’s more than a stat line: reports describe him as a run-stuffing middle linebacker with real coverage ability, a captain-like presence, and a late-blooming starter who brings veteran grit after a long development path[2][10]. If a team wants toughness, instinct, and an anchor in the middle, Brockwell absolutely looks like a fit.
