Chase Linton
#85

Chase Linton

LB Georgia Georgia Sophomore

Bio

Height 6'4"
Weight 230 lbs
Hometown Atlanta, GA
High School North Atlanta
Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Recruiting

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Class of 2025
#118 National
0.9445 Rating

Scouting Report

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94 / 100 Ceiling 94 • Floor 86
year 1 contributor NFL Rd 5

Chase Linton is a 4-star Edge Rusher from Atlanta, GA (North Atlanta) in the 2025 class. Ranked No. 118 nationally. Composite rating: 0.9445. Committed to University of Georgia.

Physical Profile

Listed at 6-4, 230 lbs. Taller than 57% and heavier than 39% of 2025 Edge Rusher prospects in the SEC Scouts database (107 with a listed size).

Play Style

Based on his recruitment by Georgia's defense-first program, Linton likely demonstrates strong instincts, tackling fundamentals, and the versatility to play in multiple linebacker roles. His Atlanta background suggests exposure to high-tempo offenses that develop quick processing skills.

Strengths

  • Elite composite rating of 0.9445 indicates exceptional talent evaluation from major recruiting services
  • Georgia commitment suggests he fits their championship-caliber defensive standards and player development model
  • Atlanta-area pedigree typically correlates with high-level competition and advanced football IQ

Areas to Improve

  • Limited recruiting profile suggests need for increased visibility and camp circuit participation
  • Will need to prove himself against elite competition to validate current rankings

College Projection

Projects as a multi-year contributor who could compete for early playing time in Georgia's linebacker rotation. His elite rating suggests potential for significant role by sophomore/junior seasons if he develops as expected.

NFL Outlook

His 4-star rating and top-120 national ranking provide a foundation for NFL consideration if he develops consistently at Georgia. Will need to prove himself against SEC competition to validate draft potential.

Best Fit

Georgia's defensive system appears ideal - their track record with linebacker development, SEC competition level, and defensive coaching staff provide optimal environment for maximizing his considerable talent ceiling.

Player Comparison

Roquan Smith Georgia • Chicago Bears/Baltimore Ravens 88% match

Both are similarly-sized linebackers (Smith was 6'1", 236 lbs) with elite recruiting pedigrees who committed to Georgia's defense-first program. Smith also demonstrated the versatility to play multiple linebacker roles with exceptional instincts and tackling fundamentals that translate perfectly from Georgia's system to the next level, making this an ideal developmental comparison for a prospect following the same pathway.

Season Stats - 2025

General

1 GP

Career History

2026
Georgia #85 LB - Sophomore
2025
Georgia #85 LB - Freshman