Rising, Reliable Depth at Linebacker for Rhode Island
Garner is a **6-3, 220-pound sophomore linebacker** for Rhode Island who has already shown dependable depth value, appearing in all 14 games in 2024 and producing 12 tackles after preserving a redshirt in 2023.[2][3] His appeal is straightforward: he brings size, steady availability, and early-game experience on defense, which matters for a team looking for a developmental linebacker who can grow into a larger role without needing the spotlight right away.[2][3] He is not yet a headline stat-chaser, but he looks like a disciplined, physically credible fit for a system that values toughness and continuity.[1][2]
