Tackling Machine with Elite Intensity and Jason Witten DNA
CJ Witten, a 6'1", 218-lb freshman linebacker for the Rice Owls, is a **tackling machine** who committed in 2024 after dominating high school with **108 tackles, 7 sacks, and 12 tackles for loss** as a junior [1][5][9]. His differentiators include **elite intensity** (a self-described "Captain" with a 4.55 GPA), **4.55-second 40-yard dash speed**, and the **football IQ and work ethic** inherited from Cowboys legend Jason Witten [5][6]. While college game logs for the 2026 season are currently unavailable, his high school pedigree as a **Dave Campbell's Texas Football Top 300** member and **two-time district defensive player of the year** signals immediate impact potential [1][7]. He is an ideal fit for teams needing a **high-motor, versatile LB** who brings **proven tackling consistency**, **smart coverage instincts**, and **unrelenting pressure** without injury concerns [1][7].
