Reliable reserve OL with proven depth value for The Citadel’s run-first identity
Nico Rodriguez-Pena is a junior offensive lineman for The Citadel who logged playing time in all 12 games in 2025 as a critical reserve on a unit that helped power a 210.6-yard-per-game rushing attack, the best in the SoCon and ninth in the FCS.[9] His value is less about flashy stats and more about fit: at 6'1", 310 pounds, he brings interior size, roster stability, and experience in a disciplined, low-penalty system that also ranked first in the league in penalties per game.[1][4][9] If you need a dependable, scheme-aligned lineman who helps keep a ground game on schedule, he’s a useful piece.[9]
