He helped lead Servite to 14–1 record in 2010, a second straight CIF Southern Section Pac-5 Division title and runner-up in state playoffs.

[2] Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, he was rated the 24th-best offensive tackle prospect in the nation.

On January 9, 2014, Niklas announced his intentions to forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2014 NFL draft.

[9] Niklas progress as a rookie was slowed due to his inability to participate in organized team activities after recovering from a hernia surgery in February.

Niklas' uncle, Bruce Matthews, played at USC, was ninth overall pick in 1983 NFL draft, earned Pro Bowl honors 14 times while playing with NFL Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans from 1983–2001 and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2007.