Xavier Nixon facts for kids
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Nixon with Florida in 2009
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| Position: | Offensive tackle | ||||
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| Born: | September 17, 1990 Fayetteville, North Carolina, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 330 lb (150 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Fayetteville (NC) Jack Britt | ||||
| College: | Florida | ||||
| Undrafted: | 2013 | ||||
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Xavier A. Nixon (born September 17, 1990) is a former American football player. He played as an offensive tackle. Xavier played college football for the University of Florida. After college, he joined the Washington Redskins. He later made his first NFL game appearance with the Indianapolis Colts.
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Xavier Nixon's Early Life and High School Football
Xavier Nixon was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He grew up in a military family. His mother and stepfather were stationed at Fort Bragg.
High School Achievements
Xavier went to Jack Britt High School in Fayetteville. He played on both offense and defense for the school's football team. He helped his team reach the state championship game. After his senior year, he was named a top offensive lineman. He also made 50 tackles while playing defense.
Xavier was recognized as an All-American by Parade magazine and USA Today. He was also invited to play in the 2009 U.S. Army All-American Bowl. Experts thought he was one of the best offensive tackle players in the country. He chose to play for the University of Florida.
College Football Career at Florida
Xavier Nixon received a scholarship to attend the University of Florida. He played for the Florida Gators football team from 2009 to 2012.
Freshman Year Success
In 2009, as a freshman, he started as a backup player. Later that season, he became a starting left tackle. He was the first freshman since 1992 to start at this position for the Gators. His play helped protect the team's quarterback from being tackled.
Professional Football Journey
Even though many thought Xavier would be drafted, he was not picked in the 2013 NFL draft. However, the Washington Redskins signed him as a free agent in April 2013.
Time with the Indianapolis Colts
In September 2013, the Indianapolis Colts signed Xavier. He made his first NFL game appearance in Week 14. He later started his first game as a left guard in Week 16. This was because another player was injured.
Return to the Redskins
In February 2015, Xavier Nixon rejoined the Washington Redskins. He was with the team for a short time before being waived in May.
