Penn State’s Nick Singleton Exits Senior Bowl Practice with Injury, Status for Game Uncertain
MOBILE, Ala. - One of the most electrifying backs in college football over the past few years may have hit a speed bump on his road to the NFL. Penn State’s Nick Singleton left Thursday’s Senior Bowl practice with an apparent right foot injury, casting doubt on his availability for Saturday’s showcase game.
The incident happened during one-on-one drills at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Singleton, who holds Penn State records for both rushing touchdowns and all-purpose yards, came up limping after a rep and made his way to the sideline. Trainers evaluated him briefly before he walked-gingerly-off the field and into the locker room.
The injury didn’t appear to be serious at first glance, but with Thursday marking the final practice before the Senior Bowl game, the timing couldn’t be more unfortunate.
For Singleton, this week in Mobile was about more than just drills and interviews-it was an opportunity to remind scouts and front offices of the player he’s capable of being. After a college career that started with fireworks, Singleton’s 2025 season didn’t go according to script. He finished with just 549 rushing yards on 123 carries-both career lows-and struggled to find the same rhythm that made him a household name in State College.
But don’t let that final season overshadow the full picture. Singleton piled up 2,912 rushing yards in his first three years at Penn State, flashing burst, vision, and the kind of home-run ability that made him one of the most dangerous backs in the country. He’s not just a straight-line speed guy-he’s shown he can catch out of the backfield, pass protect, and handle a full workload.
That’s why this week was so critical. The Senior Bowl is more than just a game-it’s the first major step in the pre-draft process, and for players like Singleton, it’s a chance to reset the narrative. He came into the week with something to prove and made it clear he was embracing the challenge.
“I want to show that I’m a complete back,” Singleton said Wednesday. “I want to show everyone why I’m here.”
Now, the question is whether he’ll get another chance to do that on Saturday. Whether or not he suits up, Singleton’s body of work-and the flashes he’s shown already this week-will still be part of the conversation as teams evaluate his potential at the next level. But make no mistake: if he’s healthy enough to go, Saturday could be a big moment in his journey toward the NFL.