Nathan Zappitelli
Nathan Zappitelli is a three-star recruit from Mentor, OH, out of Lake Catholic (No. 1,654 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Cincinnati's 8 games this season.
Where Zappitelli comes from
- Mentor, OH
- Lake Catholic
- About 250 miles from Nippert Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,654 in the 2026 class.
Where Zappitelli fits
Cincinnati lists 19 offensive linemen this season.
The team’s line is 6th in the country in line yards this season (a team number).
Cincinnati is 5-3. Next: at Houston, Sat Nov 7.
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Same class and position
Also from Mentor, OH
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A three-star recruit at offensive line for Cincinnati -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
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The unit he anchors ranks 6th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Cincinnati has produced 11 All-Conference offensive linemen. 5 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2016. Gavin Gerhardt went on to the NFL out of this room (2026).
Joined Cincinnati in 2026
- 2026 Cincinnati SatterfieldYear 1 · Games –
- High school Lake CatholicMentor, OH · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,654 in the 2026 class. Signed with Cincinnati.
2026
- Signed with CincinnatiThree-star, out of Lake Catholic