nose tackle
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This isn’t a one-off gag or stunt—Cillo’s actually doing this, practicing at nose tackle, full pads and a helmet, for the Division III Lycoming College Warriors in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2025
Last season: After transferring from Houston, Caldwell emerged as a full-time starter for Oregon, where he had a career-high 29 tackles and earned All-Big Ten honorable mention as the team’s run-stuffing nose tackle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 2025
The Chargers, who also lost nose tackle Poona Ford in free agency, started the defensive line reload by signing defensive tackles Da’Shawn Hand and Naquan Jones.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 14, 2025
Pepe, as one of just three players pushing 300 pounds on USC’s defense, is among the few hefty options able to naturally fill that void at nose tackle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2024
For veteran Jarran Reed, who is listed as a nose tackle, it means he will likely see significant snaps playing as an end as well as his usual role inside.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 4, 2024
