
Nathan Palmer was a big-play NIU receiver with proven vertical production
Nathan Palmer’s NIU profile points to a receiver who paired **explosiveness** with **efficient production**, finishing his Huskies career with 1,575 receiving yards, 93 catches, and 16 touchdowns while averaging 16.9 yards per catch[6]. That profile suggests a **downfield threat** who could stretch coverage and create chunk plays rather than simply rack up short receptions[6]. His game is most attractive if you want a receiver who can threaten vertically and score once he gets a clean runway, making him a fit for teams that value big-play upside[6].