LINEBACKER #8
WT: 226 HT: 6-1

VINELAND HS

COACH: DAN RUSSO

“Nihym is an unbelievable athlete for his size. He’s physically dominant and extremely productive on both sides of the ball as a high school player. He has the raw materials and work ethic to excel in the Big Ten.”

 Matt Barnes

Assistant Coach - Linebackers

HIGHLIGHTS: NIHYM ANDERSON

ABOUT: NIHYM ANDERSON

• A consensus 3-star recruit across all major recruiting outlets
• Rated the 21st overall recruit in the state of New Jersey by 247sports.com
• A two-time Press of Atlantic City All-Star
• Had 64 tackles, seven sacks and recovered three fumbles as a senior
• Totaled 48 tackles and 13 sacks as a junior
• Also rushed for two touchdowns and caught 16 passes for 389 yards and five touchdowns as a junior
• Helped lead Vineland to an 8-2 record in back-to-back seasons as a junior and senior
• Also recruited by Pitt, Minnesota and Syracuse
• Coached by Dan Russo