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One Of The Top Upcoming Linemen In Virginia: Nijal Thigpen

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Nijal Thigpen is a 2027 recruit who plays Offensive Tackle. Thigpen is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2027 and is ranked among one of the top Offensive Tackles in the class as well. In addition, Thigpen is listed among one of the top recruits in the state of Virginia and is listed among one of the top Offensive Tackles in the state of Virginia. He currently holds an offer from Virginia Tech.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role models are my parents.

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

I’ll listen to Jdot Breezy, Rod Wave and PC Ray.

What are the strengths of your game?

Some of my strengths are my run blocking and my kick step in pass protection.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

When my team and I came back from down 21-0 and won nationals when I was 11.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Don’t let other people get you down or get in your head.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would love to travel to Hawaii.

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

I would love to meet Trent Williams.

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.