Nick Nash being matched up one-on-one was usually a situation that benefited San Jose State last year.
The star wide receiver certainly took advantage during a Mountain West game against Air Force last season. And it might be a scenario in which he thrives in the NFL as well.
Early in the first quarter against Air Force, San Jose State was on the opposing 18-yard line on second and three. Quarterback Emmett Brown handled a shotgun snap, looked right, and didn’t like what he saw. But his decision to pass became easier when he looked the other way.
Nash began the play in the slot to the left. He ran upfield toward the end zone, leaving a safety in charge of defending Nash.
But once the ball started flying their way, Nash had little issue from there. Near the goal line, he turned his head back toward the line of scrimmage, located the ball immediately, and jumped to grab the pass above his opponent’s helmet for a touchdown.
Nash has the skills to be a contributor in the NFL if given the opportunity.
Nick Nash NFL Mock Draft Projection In 2025
I project Nick Nash will be selected in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
What Was Nick Nash’s 40 Time At The NFL Combine?
Nick Nash ran the 40-yard dash in 4.57 seconds at the 2025 NFL Combine. That ranked 34th among 39 wide receivers there.
Measuring at 203 pounds and 6 feet, 2.5 inches, Nash recorded a vertical of 34 inches, a broad jump of 10 feet, 3 inches, and a 20-yard shuttle time of 4.39 seconds.
Nick Nash’s Stats & Highlights
Nash is the fourth player in the FBS to rank first in the nation in catches (104), receiving yards (1,382), and receiving touchdowns (16) at the end of a regular season. He also led the country in catches and yards per game with 8.7 and 115.2, respectively.
He broke SJSU’s single-season records for receiving touchdowns and receptions, and he’s second all-time in program history with 25 career receiving TDs.
But he actually initially went to San Jose State to play quarterback. From Anaheim, California, Nash played in 25 games with seven starts in his first three seasons at QB. For his career at SJSU, he completed 108 of 192 passes (56%) for 1,359 yards, 12 touchdowns, and five interceptions.
He moved to receiver midway through his time as a Spartan, and it proved to be the right decision. He caught six passes for 62 yards and one touchdown in 2022, then improved those numbers to 48 receptions for 728 yards and eight scores the following season. He ended up with 163 catches for 2,212 yards to go with 848 yards and five touchdowns on 153 rushing attempts in his SJSU career.
Nick Nash’s NFL Comparison & 2025 NFL Draft Profile
I believe some elements of Nick Nash’s game are comparable to Alshon Jeffery. Both have similar frames, similar agility despite that size, and both are exceptional in jump-ball situations.
Nash has great hands, both when he has to outjump a defender and when he’s on a crossing route over the middle and ends up getting hit by an opponent.
And he was brilliant in the middle of the field during his collegiate career. He knows where to find open areas in defenses, and his experience at quarterback potentially helps with that.
He wasn’t the fastest receiver at the NFL Combine, but he is explosive at the snap. He also has good footwork when he’s being pressed and when he’s coming out of his breaks – especially for someone new to the position.
To me, his main weakness is his lack of experience at wide receiver. But considering how productive he was during his final year of college, that should signal potential to NFL franchises. He has plenty of room to improve, and he should with excellent coaching and more time.
