Former Arkansas defensive end Nico Davillier has committed to the UCLA Bruins via the NCAA Transfer Portal. The 6-foot-4, 271-pound lineman is set to enhance UCLA’s defensive front as the team prepares for its second season in the Big Ten.
Nico Davillier Transfers To UCLA Bruins
Despite starting the 2024 season strong with six starts in 10 games, Davillier’s campaign was cut short due to a knee injury that sidelined him for the final two games. He concluded the season with 23 tackles, including 1.5 tackles for loss, and one sack.
Over his two-year tenure at Arkansas, he accumulated 36 tackles, 2 sacks, and 11 quarterback hurries, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing offenses.
A native of Maumelle, Arkansas, Nico Davillier was a four-star prospect coming out of high school, choosing the Razorbacks over offers from programs like Nebraska, Oklahoma, Georgia, and Auburn.
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His decision to transfer to UCLA reflects the Bruins’ and Coach Deshaun Foster’s growing ability to build a program with high-caliber talent seeking to compete on a national stage in Los Angeles. He is the second former Arkansas player to transfer to UCLA, receiver Jaedon Wilson, will also join the the team.
The Bruins have been proactive in utilizing the transfer portal to strengthen their roster, and Davillier’s commitment underscores their dedication to building a formidable defensive line.
As UCLA transitions into its second season in the Big Ten, additions like Davillier signal the program’s commitment to elevating its competitiveness in relation to other schools within the conference.
Stay tuned to LAFB Network for further updates as the Bruins continue to build a formidable roster for the upcoming season.