Zack Nash
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Career Summary
Zack Nash was a Sacramento State pass rusher and two-time FCS All-American who played linebacker for Arizona in 2012.
Zack Nash built his reputation at Sacramento State as an elite defensive end before playing eight games for the Arizona Cardinals.
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Early Life
Nash was born September 23, 1989, and was a Vacaville, California native.
Nash came from Vacaville, California and was born September 23, 1989.
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High School
At Vacaville High School, Nash helped his team win a section title and compiled 118 tackles as a senior.
Nash led Vacaville with 118 tackles as a senior, added eight sacks and an interception, and helped the Bulldogs win a section championship.
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College Career
Nash left Sacramento State as the program’s career leader with 29.5 sacks and posted 40.5 tackles for loss.
Nash became one of Sacramento State’s most productive pass rushers. His 29.5 career sacks remain the Hornets’ record, while his 40.5 tackles for loss rank sixth in school history.
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Path to the NFL
Nash signed with Arizona as an undrafted free agent after his Sacramento State career.
Nash moved from Sacramento State to Arizona’s NFL roster as an undrafted free agent.
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NFL Career
Nash played eight games for Arizona in 2012 and recorded three tackles.
NFL statistics credit Nash with eight games for Arizona in 2012, including three tackles.
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Career Accomplishments
Nash was a two-time FCS All-American and two-time first-team All-Big Sky selection.
Sacramento State recognized Nash as a two-time FCS All-American and two-time first-team All-Big Sky selection.
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Playing Style
Nash was an edge defender whose pass-rush production made him one of Sacramento State’s all-time leaders.
At 6-foot-4 and 260 pounds, Nash used a pass-rushing game that produced 29.5 career sacks and 40.5 tackles for loss at Sacramento State.
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Legacy
Nash remains Sacramento State’s career sacks leader and returned as honorary captain in 2024.
Nash’s 29.5 sacks remain the Hornet career record. Sacramento State named him honorary captain for the 2024 Causeway Classic.
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Post-Career
Nash worked as a Vacaville police officer as of Sacramento State’s 2024 report.
Sacramento State reported in 2024 that Nash was serving as a Vacaville police officer.
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