Walter Nolen - NFL Defensive Tackle

• Full Name: Walter Nolen
• Date of Birth: July 14, 2003
• Hometown: Cordova, Tennessee
• High School: Powell High School (Powell, TN)
• College: University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
• NFL Draft: Selected by the Arizona Cardinals, 1st Round, Pick #16 in the 2025 NFL Draft
• Position: Defensive Tackle

• One of the most highly ranked recruits in the nation, rated the No. 1 defensive tackle in the 2022 recruiting class.
• Texas A&M (2022–2023): Signed with the Aggies out of high school. Played as a true freshman in 2022 and earned a larger role in 2023, showing flashes of dominance with multiple tackles for loss and sacks.
• Ole Miss (2024): Transferred to the University of Mississippi and immediately became a centerpiece of the Rebels’ defensive line. Recorded career highs in tackles, tackles for loss, and sacks, earning All-SEC recognition.
• Declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after three college seasons (2022–2024).

• All-SEC honors at Ole Miss (2024)
• Five-star recruit and No. 1 ranked defensive tackle nationally in the 2022 class
• Key contributor in both the SEC West at Texas A&M and Ole Miss

• Drafted by the Arizona Cardinals with the #16 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Recognized as one of the most talented and physically gifted interior defensive linemen in his draft class.
• Expected to be an immediate contributor on the Cardinals’ defensive front, bringing power and explosiveness to their interior line.

• Measured at 6’4” and over 290 pounds during his college career, known for his rare blend of size, power, and quickness.
• Frequently compared to other elite SEC defensive tackles who became first-round NFL picks.
• His transfer to Ole Miss before the 2024 season revitalized his career and showcased his potential as an NFL-ready defender.