#27
Nigel Maynard
Returning to Pittsburgh for 2026
R-Jr. · Smyrna, TN → Stewarts Creek
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Nigel Maynard
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
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Recruit
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CFB
College
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NFL
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Pittsburgh
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive back · Pittsburgh
Returning around him
- 75% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- 1 Pittsburgh player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -5 net (16 in / 21 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Pittsburgh · Last season: 8-5 (AP #24) · Talent rank #56 · 2026 recruiting class #44
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #10884
Peaked at #10884 this season.
Background
2025: Saw action in a career-high five agmes, primarily on special teams. 2024: Enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh in January 2024 following his early graduation from Stewarts Creek…did not play in any games and redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Played cornerback, safety and wide receiver for Tennes...