Kola Babalola is a redshirt senior tight end for the Nevada Wolf Pack from Modesto, California. He attended James C. Enochs High School, where he recorded 26 receptions for 521 yards and six touchdowns as a senior, along with four rushing attempts for 66 yards and one score. Babalola redshirted in 2022 and has primarily contributed on special teams throughout his college career. In 2025, he appeared in 10 games and recorded one tackle. He was named the recipient of the Chris Exline Academic Achievement Award.