Colton brings many of the qualities you look for in a safety, especially when it comes to making plays close to the line of scrimmage. He has the instincts to quickly diagnose what is happening and knife downhill to stop plays before they develop. His ability to attack gaps, close space, and make decisive tackles allows him to impact the game against both the run and pass. Colton plays with the mentality of a defender who wants to be involved, and his ability to make plays in the box makes him a key piece in the secondary.

Colton plays with discipline and strong technique in the secondary. He understands his leverage responsibilities and consistently positions himself to take away easy throws. His footwork is efficient, allowing him to stay square longer and react quickly when receivers make their breaks. He shows good closing speed on underneath routes and trusts his ability to drive on the football. What stands out is his awareness — he reads the quarterback well and stays patient instead of jumping early on fakes. Colton also contributes in run support, showing toughness and willingness to step up and make physical tackles. He’s a reliable defender who brings structure and consistency to the back end.