Nick Bakken
Sophomore offensive lineman on Washington State's 2026 roster. No game stats recorded yet.
6′5″ · 305 lb · Whitefish Bay, WI · Whitefish Bay HS
The story
2 offensive lineman on Washington State's roster. No game stats recorded yet.
- Transferred from South Dakota State to Washington State in 2025.
Nick Bakken
Nick Bakken arrived at Washington State from South Dakota State.
Low coverage — composed from the verified record.
- portal record
His career
2025
- Entered the portal
Splits & context
Supporting cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Kirby Moore
Scheme reads (pass share, tempo, sack rate) need at least 3 team games — 2 games in so far.
Awards
Nick Bakken plays offensive line for Washington State.
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4 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2016. Joe Dahl went on to the NFL out of this room (2016).
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Washington State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Offensive line · Washington State
Returning around him
- 91% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- Transfer portal: -13 net (28 in / 41 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Washington State · Last season: 7-6 · Talent rank #81 · 2026 recruiting class #128
Background
WASHINGTON STATE RS-FRESHMAN (2025): Enrolled in January and participated in spring practice...appeared in one game…appeared on a field goal and PAT at North Texas…missed remainder of season with injury. SOUTH DAKOTA STATE FRESHMAN (2024): Appeared in six games…redshirt season. HIGH SCHOOL Nick a...