Freshman safety Gavin Duplechin flashes playmaking juice for Nicholls
Gavin Duplechin looks like a rangy, physical defensive back who’s already making winning plays for Nicholls: in the 2026 opener, he forced a red-zone fumble that turned into a touchback, a momentum-swinging snap that hints at instincts and toughness beyond raw stats. Listed at 6-foot-1 and 195 pounds, the Lafayette native gives the Colonels size, length, and first-start confidence at safety, making him an intriguing fit for a defense that values takeaway potential and downhill energy.
