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Xavier Nwankpa

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2022
S / 6-2.5 / 200

Iowa

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Recruiting Class of 2022
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52
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On3 DB / Xavier Nwankpa

As a College Recruit

The best defensive back prospect from the state of Iowa in the internet recruiting era. An imposing, physical presence over the middle of the field, standing over 6-foot-2 and wielding significant striking power. A strong form tackler in space. Plays with instincts in as a cover two safety and has the ball skills to come down with contested catches both at safety and receiver. Registers as a good athlete at the position.

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Senior highlights - 2021

Scouting Journal

1/08/22

Xavier Nwankpa evaluation at All-American Bowl

Charles Power

Iowa signee Xavier Nwankpa is a jumbo safety at close to 6-foot-3 and over 200 pounds. After seeing Nwankpa at The Opening Finals and again at the All-American Bowl, we think he might be more of a box safety or linebacker long term. The size and physicality are there. He just has a ways to go in man coverage.