Primarily lauded for his ability to open holes in the running game and protect passer Vinny Esposito, Nguti produced two difference-making plays on special teams this past week. The all-NEC offensive tackle blocked two kicks to allow the Great Danes to defeat Hofstra in overtime. Nguti extended his 6’7" frame to stuff Hofstra’s first-quarter PAT attempt that left the score at 6-0 and served as a sign of what was to come. With Hofstra attempting a go-ahead field goal on the first possession of overtime, the preseason all-NEC selection struck again by blocking the 30-yard attempt and setting the stage for David McCarty’s game-winning run.