
Massive Akron Redshirt Freshman OL Poised for 2026 Breakout
Nathan Covert, a towering 6'4", 315-pound offensive lineman from St. Joseph High School, redshirted his 2024 freshman season at Akron, preserving four years of eligibility as he bulks up for the Zips' trenches.[6][8][9] With no college snaps yet, his raw size and high school pedigree scream upside—think road-grading potential in Joe Moorhead's run-heavy MAC attack. Why care? He's a developmental gem with NFL frame and intensity, injury-free so far, perfect fit for teams needing blue-collar maulers who finish blocks with grit. Watch him dominate in 2025-26![1][9]





