#28
Niko Castillo
Returning to Minnesota for 2026
Schuylkill Haven, Pa. → Schuylkill Haven Area
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
P.J. Fleck
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Minnesota
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Running back · Minnesota
Returning around him
- 65% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- 1 Minnesota player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -1 net (19 in / 20 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Minnesota · Last season: 8-5 · Talent rank #41 · 2026 recruiting class #28
Background
HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Schuykill Haven High School in Schuykill Haven, Pennsylvania • wore No. 8 for the Hurricanes and was coached by Mike Farr • in his career, recorded 2,756 all-purpose yards (including 1,743 rushing yards and 603 receiving yards), 40 touchdowns, 252 tackles, 13.0 sacks and 7 i...
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