Niniva Nicholson
Niniva Nicholson is a three-star recruit from Oceanside, CA, out of Santa Margarita Catholic (No. 1,708 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Arizona State's 8 games this season.
Where Nicholson comes from
- Oceanside, CA
- Santa Margarita Catholic
- About 300 miles from Mountain America Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,708 in the 2026 class.
Where Nicholson fits
Arizona State lists 21 offensive linemen this season.
The team’s line is 42nd in the country in passing-downs success rate this season (a team number).
Arizona State is 4-4. Next: vs Colorado, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Santa Margarita Catholic
Also from Oceanside, CA
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Arizona State -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 42nd nationally in passing-downs success rate this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Arizona State has produced 2 All-Conference offensive linemen. 4 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2015. Max Iheanachor went on to the NFL out of this room (2026).
Joined Arizona State in 2026
- 2026 Arizona State DillinghamYear 1 · Games –
- High school Santa Margarita CatholicOceanside, CA · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,708 in the 2026 class. Signed with Arizona State.Also from Santa Margarita Catholic: Collins Acheampong (UTSA), Simote Katoanga (USC), Trent Mosley (USC) and 12 more.
2026
- Signed with Arizona StateThree-star, out of Santa Margarita Catholic