Nick Bakken
Nick Bakken is an offensive lineman at Washington State, from Whitefish Bay, WI, who has not played in Washington State's 9 games this season.
Where Bakken comes from
- Whitefish Bay, WI
- Whitefish Bay
- About 1,450 miles from Gesa Field
- On the Washington State roster since 2025
Where Bakken fits
Washington State lists 22 offensive linemen this season.
Washington State offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 110th in the country in line yards this season (a team number).
Washington State is 1-8. Next: vs Colorado State, Sat Nov 14.
Similar players
Also from Whitefish Bay, WI
Arrived at Washington State from South Dakota State.
Awards
Nick Bakken plays offensive line for Washington State.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 110th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Washington State has produced 1 All-Conference offensive lineman. 4 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2016. Joe Dahl went on to the NFL out of this room (2016).
Two seasons at Washington State
- 2026 Washington State MooreYear 2 · Games –
- 2025 Washington State RogersYear 1 · Games –
- Jan 2025 Entered the transfer portalSouth Dakota State to Washington State
- High school Whitefish BayWhitefish Bay, WIAlso from Whitefish Bay: Joe Brunner (Indiana) and Caleb Bowers (Florida State).
Moves
- Transferred from South Dakota State to Washington State, Jan 8, 2025.
2025
- Transferred to Washington Statefrom South Dakota State
Coaching lineage · 2025–2026
2 coachesCoaching transition mid-career: Jimmy Rogers → Kirby Moore. Worth noting in scheme + development context.