Kevin Nitzlnader is an American former college football player who primarily played as a running back for the University of Iowa Hawkeyes from 1985 to 1988.
Born in Iowa, Nitzlnader became a prominent athlete in his home state before committing to the University of Iowa under head coach Hayden Fry. During his four seasons with the Hawkeyes, Nitzlnader established himself as a powerful and effective rushing threat. He was a consistent contributor to the team's offense throughout his collegiate career, often leading or being among the top rushers for the Hawkeyes.
Nitzlnader's tenure at Iowa coincided with a successful period for the program, which regularly contended for Big Ten Conference championships and participated in various bowl games. He accumulated significant rushing yardage, placing him among the university's all-time leading rushers upon the completion of his career. His physical playing style and consistent performance made him a memorable figure for Iowa football fans in the mid-to-late 1980s.
Following his collegiate career, Nitzlnader did not pursue a widely documented professional football career. Information regarding his post-playing life is not extensively detailed in public sports records.