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Nick Anderson (gridiron football)

Nicholas Anderson (born January 27, 2000) is an American professional football linebacker for the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football at Tulane.

Nick Anderson
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Anderson with the Edmonton Elks in 2024
No. 48 – Edmonton Elks
Position:Linebacker
Personal information
Born: (2000-01-27) January 27, 2000 (age 24)
Vicksburg, Mississippi, U.S.
Height:5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:242 lb (110 kg)
Career information
High school:Vicksburg (MS)
College:
Undrafted:2023
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status:Active
CFL status:American
Career highlights and awards
Stats at Pro Football Reference
Stats at CFL.ca

Early life

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Anderson was born prematurely on January 27, 2000, and grew up in Vickburg Mississippi. He played football at Vicksburg High School and played as both a linebacker and running back.[1][2] Throughout, elementary through high school Anderson maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA and made nothing less than an A grade in all his courses. During his sophomore season, his mother prevented him from attending spring practices due to earning a B grade.[3][4] While playing at Vicksburg he was named 2015-2016 Team Rookie of the Year, 2016-2017 1st Team All District Linebacker, and All County Defensive Player of the Year.[2] During high school, he amassed 172 total tackles, 8 sacks, 1 interception, and 2 fumble recoveries.[1] Anderson left high school as a two-star recruit and received offers from Alcorn State, Central Arkansas, and Prairie View A&M.[5] Despite having these offers he instead chose to attend Jones County Junior College in an attempt to attract the attention of a Division I team.[2][3]

College career

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Jones College

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While at Jones, Anderson earned a two-star rating.[6] He played with future Tulane teammates Duece Watts and Phat Watts.[3] Anderson played for a season at Jones College before committing to South Alabama.[7] However, after receiving an offer from Tulane he decommitted from South Alabama and signed with Tulane.[5][8] He chose Tulane over an offers from Louisiana-Monroe, South Alabama, and Ole Miss.[3][5]

Tulane

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Anderson joined Tulane in time for spring practices, and quickly showed his caliber as a potential starter.[4] He played for three seasons at Tulane and was named a team captain.[3] He was also selected to the 2022 Wuerffel Trophy Watch List.[9][10] Anderson then declared for the 2023 NFL draft, concluding his college football career.[11]

Season Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GP Solo Ast Tot Sck PD Int Yds Avg Lng TD FF FR Yds TD
Jones College Bobcats
2018 12 58 16 74 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0
Tulane Green Wave
2019 13 19 7 26 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2020 12 56 32 88 3.5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2021 11 40 16 56 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 0
2022 14 62 51 113 2 4 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0
NJCAA Career 12 58 16 74 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0
FBS Career 50 177 106 283 10.5 6 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 2 0
Career 62 175 122 357 12.5 6 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 2 0

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
5 ft 10 in
(1.78 m) 		225 lb
(102 kg) 		74 in
(1.88 m) 		30 in
(0.76 m)		 4.63 s 1.55 s 2.57 s 4.40 s 7.21 s 36.5 in
(0.93 m)		 10 ft 01 in
(3.07 m)		 20 reps
Sources:[12][13]

New Orleans Saints

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After going undrafted in the 2023 NFL draft, Anderson signed with the New Orleans Saints on April 29, 2023.[14][15] On August 29, 2023, Anderson was waived as a part of final roster cuts.[16]

Edmonton Elks

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On March 11, 2024, Anderson signed to play for the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League (CFL).[17]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Nick Anderson's (Vicksburg, MS) High School Bio". www.maxpreps.com. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  2. ^ a b c "Nick Anderson on Hudl". Hudl. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  3. ^ a b c d e Keplinger, Mark (October 6, 2022). "Football captain Nick Anderson driven by faith, heart • The Tulane Hullabaloo". The Tulane Hullabaloo. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  4. ^ a b Times-Picayune, Christopher Dabe, NOLA com | The. "His mother once pulled him from football over a 'B' grade. He's now a linebacker at Tulane". NOLA.com. Retrieved May 15, 2023.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  5. ^ a b c "Nick Anderson, Vicksburg , Inside Linebacker". 247Sports. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  6. ^ "Nick Anderson, 2019 Inside Linebacker, Tulane". rivals.com. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  7. ^ Stephenson, Creg (August 3, 2018). "USA gets commitment from JUCO LB Nick Anderson". al. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  8. ^ "Sixteen Bobcats sign with DI senior colleges". Jones College Athletics. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  9. ^ Corriher, Jason (July 28, 2022). "Tulane's Nick Anderson recognized by Wuerffel Award". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  10. ^ "Watch List – Wuerffel Trophy". Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  11. ^ Keplinger, Mark (January 19, 2023). "Nine Tulane players declare for 2023 NFL Draft • The Tulane Hullabaloo". The Tulane Hullabaloo. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  12. ^ "Nick Anderson- ILB - Tulane - 2023 Draft Scout/NCAA College Football". draftscout.com. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
  13. ^ "Nick Anderson Linebacker Tulane | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report". www.nfldraftbuzz.com. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
  14. ^ "New Orleans Saints agree to terms with 11 undrafted free agents". www.neworleanssaints.com. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
  15. ^ Phillips, Keith (April 29, 2023). "Nick Anderson signs with the New Orleans Saints". Vicksburg Daily News. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  16. ^ "New Orleans Saints announce roster moves". NewOrleansSaints.com. August 29, 2023.
  17. ^ "Elks sign Nick Anderson (LB)". Edmonton Elks. March 11, 2024. Retrieved July 2, 2024.
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