Nick Barrett (South Carolina) - 2026 NFL Draft Pick #145 by LAC
What The Experts Thought Before The Draft
Nick Barrett entered the 2026 NFL Draft from South Carolina as a DT prospect. LAC selected him in Round 5 with the 145th overall pick.
Scouting Overview
At DT, the central evaluation points are first-step quickness, leverage, power and gap control.
Development Areas
His NFL development will depend on block disengagement and maintaining pad level against double teams.
Draft Context
His early opportunity is likely to come through depth and special-teams work, with a path to a larger role as his technique develops.