Nicolas Jean-Baptiste

Nicolas Jean-Baptiste (born March 8, 1989) is an American former professional football nose tackle. He was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent in 2012. He played college football at Baylor.

Early life Jean-Baptiste attended Strake Jesuit College Preparatory. He played 49 games and started 21 games at Nose tackle.

In his junior year, Jean-Baptiste played 12 games and he recorded 31 tackles, half sack. During his junior season, Jean-Baptiste was named the starter in the fourth game of the year against Rice.

In his sophomore year, Jean-Baptiste played 12 games coming off the bench.

In his redshirt freshman year, Jean-Baptiste played in 12 games and only had 9 tackles.

Professional career

Baltimore Ravens After going undrafted in the 2012 NFL draft, Jean-Baptiste signed with the Baltimore Ravens' practice team. On August 31, he was released.

Indianapolis Colts Jean-Baptiste was signed by the Indianapolis Colts to their practice squad on September 18, 2012. On October 3, 2012, he was released from the practice squad.

Cleveland Browns He signed with the Cleveland Browns on May 13, 2013. On August 26, he was released.

Arizona Rattlers Jean-Baptiste was assigned to the Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League on December 10, 2013.

Jacksonville Sharks On March 19, 2015, Jean-Baptiste was traded to the Jacksonville Sharks for Chase Deadder.

Coaching career In 2015, Jean-Baptiste was hired as the defensive line coach for South Dakota Mines.

In 2016, Jean-Baptiste joined Baylor as a graduate assistant.

In 2020, Jean-Baptiste was hired as the defensive line coach for Cleveland High School.

In 2022, Jean-Baptiste was hired as the defensive tackles coach and assistant defensive line coach for Montana State.