nose tackle

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Beyond those three, just two other transfers have played even 100 total snaps this season: J’Onre Reed, who was inserted at center because of injury, and nose tackle Keeshawn Silver.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025

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

Defensive tackle Devan Thompkins burst through the line on second down to tip Browne’s pass into the air, where it landed in the outstretched arms of massive nose tackle Jamaal Jarrett.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 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

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