Freshman TE Nick Buggie brings length and upside to Mercer’s offense
Nick Buggie enters the 2026 season as a 6-foot-3, 230-pound freshman tight end for Mercer, a profile that screams developmental upside with real functional size at the position. His recruiting/roster profile suggests a young player still early in the climb, but his frame and tight-end build make him a candidate to grow into a dependable in-line blocker and seam target. The key question is opportunity: if Mercer wants a physical, move-the-chains TE who can develop, Buggie looks like a smart fit.
