Matt Waldman on Jaden Nixon

Video2026 RSP A-Z Running Back Podcast: Matt Waldman’s RSP CastApril 1, 2026

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He's explosive. He has elite speed and acceleration. And he sees the field well in space and in traffic and between the tackles... He's a lighter player, but he's one that I'd keep an eye on, you know, as a UDFA type.

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Nixon has elite athleticism and field vision; UDFA prospect with upside if he develops.

UCF running back prospect with elite speed, acceleration, and explosiveness; sees the field well in space, in traffic, and between the tackles; sets up runs effectively and mitigates penetration; demonstrates risk management based on game script and field position. Lighter frame but the source views him as a UDFA-type prospect worth monitoring despite being surpassed by Ashton Jeanty in high school, noting that significant development is possible (Saquon Barkley comparison at 188 lb as a freshman).

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