Singleton Heads to Tennessee: Penn State Star Selected by Titans in Fifth Round

April 25, 2026 - 21:56

One half of Penn State’s formidable running back tandem has officially made the leap to professional football. Nicholas Singleton, known for his explosive speed and powerful running style, was selected by the Tennessee Titans with the 165th overall pick in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. The selection marks the end of a four-year collegiate career in Happy Valley that was characterized by remarkable highs, occasional setbacks, and a legacy of highlight-reel plays.

Singleton arrived at Penn State as one of the most highly touted recruits in program history, and he immediately lived up to the billing. As a true freshman, he burst onto the national scene, rushing for over 1,000 yards and earning Freshman All-American honors. His ability to break long runs and his surprising strength for his frame made him a constant threat to opposing defenses. However, his subsequent seasons were a mix of shared carries with fellow standout Kaytron Allen and battles with injuries, which prevented him from fully replicating that initial explosive production. Despite the ups and downs, Singleton finished his Nittany Lion career with over 3,000 rushing yards and 30 total touchdowns, showcasing his durability and big-play capability.

The Titans, a team known for its physical, run-first identity, appear to be an ideal landing spot for Singleton. He will join a backfield that has long valued a powerful ground game, and his skill set as a one-cut runner with breakaway speed should complement the team’s existing personnel. For Singleton, the journey from Pennsylvania high school legend to NFL draft pick is now complete, and he will look to carve out his role in the professional ranks.