Education
Nickey attended Jonathan Alder High School in Plain City, Ohio, and wore number 2, and was an All-Ohio running back.
Nickey attended Jonathan Alder High School in Plain City, Ohio, and wore number 2, and was an All-Ohio running back.
He played college football at Ohio State and was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fifth round of the 2003 NFL Draft. He also played free safety in football. In addition to his football talent he was selected as an All-State center fielder as part of the 1998 OHSAA State Championship team (baseball).
Nickey was a co-captain with Mike Doss on the 2002 National Collegiate Athletic Association National Championship team
Nickey was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 5th round (19th pick) of the 2003 NFL Draft. He has played his entire career with the Tennessee Titans.
Most of his time comes in on special teams, where he has been a standout. He was released by the Titans on July 25, 2011.