Bilal Nichols is a DT out of Delaware. The tier model reads him as a NFL starter — 24% elite, 57% starter.
Athleticism
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “He needs to play with better bend to improve his leverage, but he has an opportunity to become an backup in the league.”
Physicality
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Nichols is a defensive tackle with decent athletic ability despite playing as stiff-legged as he does.”
Production Context
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Nichols showed up plus athletic ability as a tester and has been moving up the draft board for some teams.”
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“…Nichols is a defensive tackle with decent athletic ability despite playing as stiff-legged as he does. Despite his 10.5 sacks over the last two seasons, there isn't much on tape to suggest he will be an effective NFL pass rusher, but he does have some anchor against the run. Nichols showed up plus athletic ability as a tester and has been moving up the draft board for some teams. He needs to play with better bend to…”
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