Niland became the starting left tackle last season and has proven himself to be a viable player there. He is very athletic, strong and mobile. He has tremendous promise and a bright future on the offensive line.
2007: Started 10 games at left tackle for the Huskies.
2006: Redshirt season.
High School: Lettered in football, hockey and track at Coyle-Cassidy High School in Taunton…was named Eastern Athletic League MVP in 2005…also named an Enterprise & Gazette All-Star and member of the Gridiron Club of Boston Super 26…helped football team to number-one ranking in Division 2 in 2004…led hockey team to number-one ranking in Division 2 in 2005-06.
Personal: Born Oct. 5, 1988…uncle, Joe Lipinski, was captain of football team at Maine…majoring in Graphic Design…Class of 2011.