Iowa City, Iowa — Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon says he was honored to be invited to the NFL Scouting Combine, even though the event is not being held this year due to COVID.
Nixon opted for the NFL draft after a breakout season in which he was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year.
Nixon took part in Iowa’s Pro Day last week and says he will to play anywhere on the defensive line.
Nixon led the Big Ten in tackles for loss and finished second in sacks.
Nixon says he never lost confidence even though it took him a few years to get on the field for the Hawkeyes.
