Troy Niklas


Headshot of Troy Niklas
Position: TE
Jersey #: 87
Date of Birth: September 18, 1992
Height / Weight: 6'6" / 270 lbs
College: Notre Dame
Drafted: Round , Pick 52 in 2014 by ARI
First Team: ARZ (2014)
Last Team: ARI (2017)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

Year Team Games Rec Targets Rec Yds TDs YAC 1st Downs Fumbles Fantasy
2017ARI1111231321566019
2016ARI212000000
2015ARI34433213015
2014ARI33338018204

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Troy Niklas - NFL Career Overview

Position: Tight End (TE)
Date of Birth: September 18, 1992
College: University of Notre Dame

Career Timeline

  • Arizona Cardinals (2014 - 2017)
    • Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2014 NFL Draft (52nd overall pick).
    • Played in 27 games over four seasons.
    • Recorded a total of 37 receptions for 491 yards and 3 touchdowns during his time with the team.
    • Known for his blocking skills as well as his receiving ability.

College Career Highlights

  • Played for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, where he was a key contributor to the team.
  • Showcased his potential as a reliable target and a strong blocker during his college career.
  • Part of the 2012 team that reached the BCS National Championship Game.

Post-NFL Career

  • After his time in the NFL, Niklas has focused on various personal endeavors, including interests in coaching and sports analysis.

Notable Skills

  • Strong blocking ability, making him valuable in both the running and passing game.
  • Versatile player who could line up in multiple positions on the field.
Troy Niklas had a promising career as a tight end in the NFL, showcasing his skills primarily with the Arizona Cardinals. His college success at Notre Dame set the foundation for his professional career, where he contributed to his team's offensive strategies through effective blocking and receiving.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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