2023 Media Guide: Nigel originally signed with Northwestern in the 2023 recruiting class and transferred to Ohio State shortly before the start of fall camp.

High School: Was a four-star prospect according to 247Sports and the No. 7-ranked player in the state of Ohio … played safety in high school but projects as a linebacker in college … finished with 38 tackles, a sack, a forced fumble and an interception during his senior season at Northmont … also earned varsity letters playing baseball (as a freshman) and running track (junior and senior years).