Bucknell’s tackling-and-academic anchor: Travis Nissley still fits the glue-guy linebacker mold
Travis Nissley’s profile is that of a steady, high-floor linebacker: in the 2010 season, he led Bucknell with 63 tackles after a 93-tackle junior year in 2009, and over his career he piled up 256 stops, 7.5 tackles for loss, one interception and four pass breakups. He was a three-year starter and team co-captain who finished with 19 straight starts and strong durability, which tells you he’s reliable, smart and assignment-sound rather than flash-first. If you want a dependable defender who brings production, leadership and a strong work ethic, he’s a very good fit.
