NFL Records
76
Games
124
Receptions
2,235
Rec Yards
9
Rec TD
Mark Nichols is a former wide receiver out of San Jose State, selected by the Detroit Lions with the 16th overall pick (round 1) in the 1981 NFL Draft. He played 76 regular-season games from 1981 to 1987.
Draft Details
Mark Nichols Career Stats
- Primary starter for 3 seasons.
- Ranks 10th in the 1981 draft class in receiving yards (2,235).
Career Totals
| Games | Rush Yds | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 108 | 124 | 2,235 | 9 |
Career span: 1981–1987.
Source: nflverse · Updated Oct 18, 2026
Related Links
Detroit Lions 1981 Draft Class
| Rd | Pick | Player | Pos | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 46 | Curtis Green | DT | Alabama State |
| 3 | 72 | Don Greco | G | Western Illinois |
| 4 | 99 | Tracy Porter | WR | LSU |
| 5 | 129 | Larry Lee | G | UCLA |
| 6 | 155 | Sam Johnson | DB | Maryland |
| 7 | 182 | Lee Spivey | OT | SMU |
| 8 | 211 | Bob Niziolek | TE | Colorado |
| 9 | 238 | Hugh Jernigan | DB | Arkansas |
| 9 | 240 | David Martin | DB | Villanova |
| 10 | 264 | Andy Cannavino | LB | Michigan |
| 11 | 294 | Willie Jackson | DB | Mississippi State |