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One Of Clemson’s Best Defensive Linemen: Nyles Pinckney

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Nyles Pinckney-Clemson Defensive Lineman

Nyles Pinckney is a Senior who plays Defensive Line for Clemson University. Pinckney is coming off of his Junior season where he had 20 Tckles and 1 Sack, while also having a Fumble Recovery. Nyles is looking to be a key leader of the Tigers defense, on their way to another National Championship. If Clemson wins the National Championship this season, this would be Pinckney’s 3rd National Championship. Pinckney is projected as a 3rd round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft in April.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

I looked up to James Harrison

What team is your biggest rival?

I feel South Carolina of course

What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

All kinds some RnB or Hip Hop it just depends.

What is your offseason training like?

The usual as everyone else focus on leaning up, injury prevention, and working on weaknesses.

What is your favorite memory of your college career, so far?

Second National Championship

What parts of your college game, do you hope to transition to the NFL?

Knowledge of the game and ability to learn more

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

 Jerome Bettis

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Steelers winning sixth Super Bowl

If you were on a deserted island, what is one thing that you that you could not live without?

My PS4

What did you do to keep yourself busy during quarantine?

 Rehab my ankle and film study

Dean Berman

Dean
Dean Berman is a sports fanatic, writer and Founder of Whoa! Sports World, the source for next generation playmakers and champions. Dean is also Manager of the varsity football and basketball teams at Hopewell Valley Central HS in Pennington, NJ.