Nick Howard is a four-star recruit from Pearland, TX (No. 458 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Pittsburgh's 9 games this season.
Where Howard comes from
- Pearland, TX
- Pearland
- About 1,150 miles from Acrisure Stadium
- Four-star, No. 458 in the 2026 class.
Where Howard fits
Pittsburgh lists 20 offensive linemen this season.
Pittsburgh offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 27th in the country in line yards this season (a team number).
Pittsburgh is 6-3. Next: vs Florida State, Fri Nov 13.
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Same class and position
Also from Pearland, TX
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Awards
A four-star recruit at offensive line for Pittsburgh -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
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The unit he anchors ranks 27th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Pittsburgh has produced 8 All-Conference offensive linemen. 8 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2015. Matt Goncalves went on to the NFL out of this room (2024).
Joined Pittsburgh in 2026
- 2026 Pittsburgh NarduzziYear 1 · Games –
- High school PearlandPearland, TX · Class of 2026Four-star, No. 458 in the 2026 class. Signed with Pittsburgh.Also from Pearland: Dylan Dixson (Missouri State), Ashton Hampton (Texas Tech), Jaylen Stewart (Illinois) and 2 more.
2026
- Signed with PittsburghFour-star, out of Pearland
