Buffalo’s veteran pivot: Francavilla brings size, experience, and center flexibility
Nino Francavilla enters the 2026 season as a senior offensive lineman at Buffalo, listed at 6-foot-2, 305 pounds, and appears slotted at center, giving the Bulls a seasoned interior presence[1][2][4]. He transferred from Miami after appearing in seven games over two seasons, including five as a true freshman in 2024, so the appeal is clear: game experience, positional versatility, and a sturdy frame built for trench work[2][4]. He was also rated among Connecticut’s top recruits out of Cheshire Academy, which hints at a solid baseline of talent and movement ability for an interior lineman[1][2]. In short, he looks like a plug-in, grown-man football fit for a line that wants reliability more than hype[1][2].
