COLGATE: One of several young linebackers looking to earn a spot in the two-deep during fall camp ... is moving to linebacker from tight end ... with the junior varsity team last season.

High School: A 2004 graduate of Winter Haven High School in Winter Haven, Fla. … lettered three years with the Blue Devils … played tight end and defensive end in his senior year … served as captain … first team all-area and second team all-county … picked at tight end for All-Star Classic Game … had 39 career receptions for 525 yards and five touchdowns … was team’s most improved player recipient in spring of 2002 … coached by Brian Jozwiak … also lettered in track.

Personal: Major is undeclared … parents are Tim and Jane Donalson of Winter Haven, Fla. … born October 22, 1985 in Denver, Colo. … has one brother and sister … full name is Jeffery Thomas Donalson.