Steven Nelson
{{Short description|American football player (born 1993)}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=January 2019}}
{{Similar names|Steve Nelson (disambiguation){{!}}Steve Nelson}}
{{Use American English|date=September 2024}}
{{Infobox NFL biography
| name = Steven Nelson
| image = Steven Nelson.jpg
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| alt =
| caption = Nelson with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2017
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| number =
| position = Cornerback
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1993|1|22}}
| birth_place = Warner Robins, Georgia, U.S.
| death_date =
| death_place =
| height_ft = 5
| height_in = 11
| weight_lbs = 194
| high_school = Northside {{nowrap|(Warner Robins)}}
| college = Sequoias (2011–2012)
Oregon State (2013–2014)
| draftyear = 2015
| draftround = 3
| draftpick = 98
| pastteams =
- Kansas City Chiefs ({{NFL Year|2015}}–{{NFL Year|2018}})
- Pittsburgh Steelers ({{NFL Year|2019}}–{{NFL Year|2020}})
- Philadelphia Eagles ({{NFL Year|2021}})
- Houston Texans ({{NFL Year|2022|2023}})
- Kansas City Chiefs ({{NFL Year|2024}})*
| status =
| highlights =
- Second-team All-Pac-12 (2014)
| statleague = NFL
| statseason = 2024
| statweek = 15
| statlabel1 = Total tackles
| statvalue1 = 456
| statlabel2 = Sacks
| statvalue2 = 1.0
| statlabel3 = Forced fumbles
| statvalue3 = 2
| statlabel4 = Fumble recoveries
| statvalue4 = 4
| statlabel5 = Pass deflections
| statvalue5 = 78
| statlabel6 = Interceptions
| statvalue6 = 13
| statlabel7 = Defensive touchdowns
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| pfr = NelsSt01
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Steven Nelson Jr. (born January 22, 1993) is an American professional football cornerback. He played college football for the Oregon State Beavers, and was selected in the third round of the 2015 NFL draft by the Chiefs. He has also played in the NFL for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Philadelphia Eagles, and Houston Texans.
Early life
Nelson attended Northside High School in Warner Robins, Georgia. As a senior, he had seven interceptions on defense and seven punt return touchdowns. Also a track star at Warner Robins, Nelson had a best of 11.15 seconds in the 100 meters and was part of the 4x100 relay team that finished in first place in the county.
College career
Nelson attended the College of the Sequoias for two years, where he had 71 tackles and six interceptions.[http://www.gazettetimes.com/sports/beavers-sports/football/osu-football-nelson-eyes-opportunity-to-move-up-depth-chart/article_28badb68-a261-11e2-99eb-0019bb2963f4.html OSU football: Nelson eyes opportunity to move up depth chart] He was originally going to transfer to the University of Georgia but changed to Oregon State University.[https://insider.espn.com/blog/ncfrecruiting/on-the-trail/post/_/id/9821/georgia-lands-juco-db-steven-nelson Georgia lands juco DB Steven Nelson][http://www.oregonlive.com/beavers/index.ssf/2013/09/oregon_state_football_cornerba_2.html Oregon State football: Cornerback Steven Nelson taking advantage of second chance] Nelson entered his first season at Oregon State as the nickel corner, eventually becoming a starter and starting the final nine games. For the season he had 62 tackles and six interceptions.[http://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/sports/college/oregon-state/2014/09/16/nelson-big-play-cornerback-beavers/15744363/ Nelson a big-play cornerback for Beavers][http://www.oregonlive.com/beavers/index.ssf/2014/09/steven_nelson_aiming_to_become.html Steven Nelson aiming to become 'dominant' cornerback for Oregon State Beavers] As a senior in 2014, Nelson recorded 60 tackles and two interceptions.[http://www.macon.com/2015/01/08/3519779/nelson-ready-to-show-off-talents.html Nelson ready to show off talents in Senior Bowl]
Professional career
=Pre-draft=
On November 30, 2014, it was announced that Nelson had accepted his invitation to play in the 2015 Senior Bowl.{{cite web |title=Steven Nelson, Oregon State Beavers cornerback, accepts Senior Bowl invite |url=https://www.oregonlive.com/beavers/index.ssf/2014/12/steven_nelson_oregon_state_bea.html |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=oregonlive.com |date=December 1, 2014}} On January 24, 2015, Nelson appeared in the 2015 Senior Bowl and recorded four tackles as part of Tennessee Titans head coach Ken Whisenhunt's North team that defeated the South 34–13. Nelson attended the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis and completed all of the combine and positional drills.
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On March 13, 2015, Nelson participated at Oregon State's pro day and chose to run the 40-yard dash (4.46s), 20-yard dash (2.57s), 10-yard dash (1.57s), and also positional and pass coverage drills. He attended pre-draft visits with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions and was considered one of the most underrated prospects in the upcoming draft.{{cite web |title=Chip on shoulder helps Nelson in pursuit of NFL dreams |url=https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/sports/college/oregon-state/2015/04/23/chip-shoulder-helps-nelson-pursuit-nfl-dreams/26261507/ |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=statesmanjournal.com |date=April 23, 2015}}{{cite web |title=Jeremiah: Steven Nelson one of draft's most undervalued players |url=https://www.nfl.com/news/jeremiah-steven-nelson-one-of-draft-s-most-undervalued-players-0ap3000000486246 |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=NFL.com |date=April 18, 2015}} At the conclusion of the pre-draft process, Nelson was projected to be a third round pick by NFL draft experts and scouts. He was ranked as the 12th-best cornerback prospect in the draft by DraftScout.com and was ranked as the 13th-best cornerback by USA Today.{{cite web |title=Steven Nelson, DS #12 CB, Oregon State |url=http://www.draftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=127821&draftyear=2015&genpos=CB |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=DraftScout.com}}
{{NFL predraft
| height ft = 5
| height in = 10 1/8
| weight = 197
| dash = 4.46
| ten split = 1.57
| twenty split = 2.57
| shuttle = 4.07
| cone drill = 6.88
| vertical = 34.5
| broad ft = 9
| broad in = 7
| bench = 19
| arm span = 30 5/8
| hand span = 9 1/4
| note = All values from NFL Combine/Pro Day{{Cite web |url=https://www.nfl.com/prospects/steven-nelson/32004e45-4c71-6852-b28f-e8ced332216e |title=Steven Nelson Draft and Combine Prospect Profile |website=NFL.com |access-date=January 26, 2025}}{{Cite web |url=https://draftscout.com/dsprofile.php?PlayerId=127821&DraftYear=2015 |title=Steven Nelson College Football Profile |website=DraftScout.com |access-date=January 26, 2025}}
}}
=Kansas City Chiefs=
==2015==
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Nelson in the third round (98th overall) of the 2015 NFL draft.{{Cite web |title=2015 NFL Draft Listing |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2015/draft.htm |access-date=2023-05-15 |website=Pro Football Reference |language=en}} Nelson was the 14th cornerback drafted overall and was the second cornerback drafted by the Chiefs in 2015.{{cite web|title=Kansas City Chiefs select Oregon State DB Steven Nelson in third round|url=http://www.arrowheadpride.com/2015/5/1/8533781/kansas-city-chiefs-select-oregon-state-db-steven-nelson-in-third-round|author=Thorman, Joel|website=ArrowheadPride.com|date=May 1, 2015|access-date=May 27, 2017}}
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On May 15, 2015, the Chiefs signed Nelson to a four-year, $2.91 million contract that includes a signing bonus of $581,952.{{cite web |title=Spotrac.com: Steven Nelson contract |url=https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/steven-nelson-16824/ |access-date=October 17, 2018 |website=Spotrac.com}}
Throughout training camp, Nelson competed for a backup cornerback spot against Jamell Fleming and Marcus Cooper.{{cite web |title=Chiefs 2015 draft: CB Steven Nelson is 'real physical', can play inside or outside |url=https://www.arrowheadpride.com/2015/5/2/8534865/chiefs-2015-draft-steven-nelson-physical-nickel |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=arrowheadpride.com}} Head coach Andy Reid named Nelson the sixth cornerback on the Chiefs' depth chart to begin the regular season, behind Sean Smith, Phillip Gaines, Marcus Peters, Jamell Fleming, and Marcus Cooper.{{cite web |title=Tracking Kansas City Chiefs 2015 NFL roster cuts, news and rumors (live updates) |url=https://www.arrowheadpride.com/2015/9/5/9265309/kansas-city-chiefs-2015-nfl-roster-cuts-tracker-news-rumors-live-updates |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=arrowheadpride.com |author=Thorman, Joe |date=September 5, 2015}}
Nelson was inactive as a healthy scratch for the first four regular season games of his rookie season (Weeks 1–4).{{cite web |title=Game coming easier to Chiefs' Steven Nelson as he grows at nickel position |url=https://footballmaven.io/chiefs/gameday/game-coming-easier-to-chiefs-steven-nelson-as-he-grows-at-nickel-position-RkQ33YVKlEqfFALqMV8zPg/ |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=footballmaven.io |date=October 30, 2015}} On October 11, 2015, Nelson made his professional regular season debut in the Chiefs' 36–21 loss at the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 4. In Week 12, he collected a season-high three solo tackles in the Chiefs' 30–22 victory against the Buffalo Bills.{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Steven Nelson (2015) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/stevennelson/2552265/gamelogs?season=2015 |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=NFL.com}} Nelson finished his rookie season with eight solo tackles in 12 games, appearing primarily on special teams.{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Steven Nelson (career) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/stevennelson/2552265/careerstats |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=NFL.com}}
The Chiefs finished second in the AFC West with an 11–5 record and earned a playoff berth as a wildcard. On January 9, 2016, Nelson appeared in his first career playoff game and broke up a pass during a 30-0 victory at the Houston Texans in the AFC Wildcard Game. The following week, the Chiefs were eliminated from the playoffs after a 27–20 loss at the New England Patriots in the AFC Divisional Round.
==2016==
Throughout training camp, Nelson competed to be a starting cornerback after Smith departed for the Oakland Raiders in free agency. Nelson competed against Jamell Fleming, Gaines, and rookie KeiVarae Russell.{{cite web |title=Chiefs' Steven Nelson seeks to make statement in secondary |url=https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article79663237.html |access-date=October 19, 2018 |website=kansascity.com |date=May 24, 2016}} Head coach Andy Reid named Nelson a starting cornerback to start the regular season, alongside Marcus Peters.
He started in the Chiefs' season-opener against the San Diego Chargers and collected a season-high nine solo tackles in their 33–27 victory. In Week 9, he recorded two combined tackles and made a season-high three pass deflections during a 19–14 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars.{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Steven Nelson (2016) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/stevennelson/2552265/gamelogs?season=2016 |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=NFL.com}} Nelson was inactive for the Chiefs' Week 12 victory at the Denver Broncos due to a neck injury.{{cite web |title=Week 12 injury report roundup |url=https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/11/25/week-12-injury-report-roundup-5/ |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=profootballtalk.nbcsports.com |date=November 26, 2016}} He finished the season with 65 combined tackles (59 solo) and 16 pass deflections in 15 games and 15 starts.
The Chiefs finished first in the AFC West with a 12–4 record and earned a first round bye. On January 25, 2017, Nelson started his first career playoff game in the AFC Divisional Round against the Steelers and made five combined tackles as the Chiefs lost 18–16.
==2017==
Nelson entered training camp slated as a starting cornerback but saw competition for the role from Gaines.{{cite web |title=Chiefs place CB Steven Nelson on IR, expect him back this season |url=https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article168227912.html |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=KansasCity.com}} On September 3, 2017, the Chiefs placed Nelson on injured reserve/designated to return in order for him to undergo core muscle surgery.{{cite web|title=Chiefs put starting CB Steven Nelson on IR, re-sign C.J. Spiller|url=https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/20565713/kansas-city-chiefs-put-cb-steven-nelson-ir-re-sign-rb-cj-spiller|author=Teicher, Adam|website=ESPN.com|date=September 3, 2017}} On October 30, 2017, the Chiefs activated Nelson off injured reserve for the team's Week 8 matchup against the Broncos.{{cite web|title=Chiefs activate starting CB Steven Nelson from IR|url=https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/21228898/steven-nelson-kansas-city-chiefs-back-injured-reserve-play-vs-denver-broncos|website=ESPN.com}} He returned to his starting role in Week 9 and was named the starting cornerback, along with Marcus Peters, for the remainder of the season. In Week 13, he collected a season-high nine combined tackles during a 38–31 loss at the New York Jets.{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Steven Nelson (2017) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/stevennelson/2552265/gamelogs?season=2017 |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=NFL.com}} He finished the 2017 season with 41 combined tackles (33 solo) and four pass deflections in nine games and seven starts. He received an overall grade of 76.8 from Pro Football Focus in 2017.{{cite web |title=Arrowheadlines: Chiefs have one of the league's worst secondaries, according to PFF |url=https://www.arrowheadpride.com/2018/7/25/17611514/arrowheadlines-chiefs-have-one-of-the-leagues-worst-secondaries-according-to-pff |website=arrowheadpride.com |author=Sweeney, Pete |date=July 25, 2018}}
The Chiefs finished first in the AFC West with a 10–6 record, but were eliminated from the playoffs after a 22–21 upset loss to the Titans in the AFC wild card game. He finished the game with three combined tackles and a pass deflection.
==2018==
Nelson entered training camp slated as the No. 1 starting cornerback on the Chiefs' depth chart after the team traded Marcus Peters to the Los Angeles Rams.{{cite web |title=Chiefs defense will lean on Steven Nelson |url=https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article215709655.html |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=kansascity.com}} Head coach Andy Reid named Nelson and Kendall Fuller the starting cornerback tandem to begin the regular season in 2018.{{cite web |title=Chiefs release 1st unofficial depth chart of regular season |url=https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/2018/09/04/chiefs-release-1st-unofficial-depth-chart-of-regular-season/ |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=chiefswire.usatoday.com |date=September 4, 2018}}
He started in the Chiefs' season-opener at the Los Angeles Chargers and collected eight combined tackles and broke up a pass in their 38–28 victory. On October 7, 2018, Nelson recorded three combined tackles, deflected two passes, and made his first career interception during a 30–14 victory against the Jaguars in Week 5.{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Steven Nelson (2018) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/stevennelson/2552265/gamelogs?season=2018 |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=NFL.com}} He made his first career interception off a pass attempt by quarterback Blake Bortles after Bortles' pass ricocheted off the helmet of a Jaguars' offensive lineman and was caught by Nelson in the end zone with less than 12 seconds remaining in the second quarter.{{cite web |title=Chiefs cornerback Steven Nelson collects the first interception of his career |url=https://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article219648365.html |access-date=October 18, 2018 |website=Kansascity.com}} He started all 16 games in 2018, recording 68 combined tackles, 15 passes defensed, and four interceptions.
=Pittsburgh Steelers=
==2019==
On March 14, 2019, the Steelers signed Nelson to a three-year, $25.5 million contract that includes a signing bonus of $7.50 million.{{cite web|url=https://www.steelers.com/news/steelers-add-nelson-to-the-secondary|title= Nelson: 'I love that challenge'|first=Teresa|last= Varley |work=Steelers.com|date=March 14, 2019}} Head coach Mike Tomlin named Nelson and Joe Haden the starting cornerback duo to begin the regular season.{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Pittsburgh Steelers Depth Chart: 09/02/2020 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/224/PIT |access-date=August 17, 2020 |website=Ourlads.com}}
File:Steelers vs Browns 17.jpg in 2019]]
Nelson made his debut with the Steelers in Week 1 against the New England Patriots. In the game, Nelson made 3 tackles in the 33-3 loss.{{cite web |url=https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap?gameId=401127860 |title=Brady starts his 20th season by beating Steelers 33-3 |date=8 September 2019 |website=ESPN |access-date=8 September 2019}} Nelson was inactive for the Steelers' Week 6 victory at the Chargers due to a groin injury.{{cite web |title=Steelers' Steven Nelson: Sitting Sunday |url=https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2061065/steven-nelson |accessdate=August 18, 2020|website=CBSSports.com |date=October 13, 2019}} In Week 8 against the Miami Dolphins, Nelson recovered a fumble forced by teammate Mike Hilton on Mark Walton in the 27-14 win.{{cite web |url=https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap?gameId=401128074 |title=Steelers overcome slow start, drop winless Dolphins 27-14 |date=28 October 2019 |website=ESPN |access-date=28 October 2019}} In Week 15 against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday Night Football, Nelson intercepted a pass thrown by Josh Allen and returned it for 33 yards as the Steelers lost 17–10.{{cite web |url=https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap?gameId=401128065 |title=Allen's fourth-quarter TD clinches playoff spot for Bills |date=December 15, 2019 |website=ESPN |access-date=December 15, 2019}}
==2020==
In Week 5 against the Philadelphia Eagles, Nelson recorded his first two interceptions off of passes thrown by Carson Wentz during the 38–29 win.{{Cite web |title=Philadelphia Eagles at Pittsburgh Steelers - October 11th, 2020 |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/202010110pit.htm |access-date=2020-10-11 |website=Pro Football Reference |language=en}}
On March 23, 2021, the Steelers, at Nelson's request, terminated his contract.{{Cite web |title=Steelers terminate Nelson's contract |url=https://www.steelers.com/news/steelers-terminate-nelson-s-contract|first=Teresa |last=Varley |access-date=2021-03-23 |website=Steelers.com |language=en}}
= Philadelphia Eagles =
On July 25, 2021, Nelson agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Eagles.{{cite web|title=Eagles agree to terms with CB Steven Nelson|url=https://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/steven-nelson-eagles-cornerback-agree-to-terms|author=Spadaro, Dave|website=PhiladelphiaEagles.com|date=July 25, 2021}} He started 16 games in 2021, recording 50 tackles, seven passes defensed, and one interception.
=Houston Texans=
On April 14, 2022, Nelson signed with the Houston Texans.{{cite web|title=Houston Texans Transactions (4-14-2022)|url=https://www.houstontexans.com/news/houston-texans-transactions-4-14-2022|website=HoustonTexans.com|date=April 14, 2022}}
During the 2023 Wild Card game against the Cleveland Browns, Nelson intercepted a pass off of quarterback Joe Flacco, and returned it 82 yards for a touchdown in the Texans' 45–14 win.{{Cite web |title=Texans' Steven Nelson: Initiates blowout playoff win |url=https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/football/news/texans-steven-nelson-initiates-blowout-playoff-win/amp/ |access-date=2024-01-18 |website=www.cbssports.com}}
=Kansas City Chiefs (second stint)=
Nelson announced his retirement from the NFL on June 9, 2024.{{cite web|title=Veteran CB Steven Nelson to retire after nine seasons|url=https://www.nfl.com/news/veteran-cb-steven-nelson-to-retire-after-nine-seasons|author=Patra, Kevin|website=NFL.com|date=June 10, 2024}} He then came out of retirement to work out for the Kansas City Chiefs on December 9, and signed with them that day.{{Cite web|title=Report: Former Chiefs CB to visit Kansas City on Monday|url=https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/2024/12/08/former-kansas-city-chiefs-db-steven-nelson-will-reportedly-visit-the-team-facility-for-a-potential-return/|access-date=December 9, 2024|website=chiefswire.usatoday.com|language=en}}{{Cite web|title=Chiefs Sign Veteran Cornerback Steven Nelson, Completing Another KC Reunion|url=https://www.si.com/nfl/chiefs/news/chiefs-sign-veteran-cornerback-steven-nelson-completing-another-kc-reunion|access-date=December 9, 2024|website=si.com|language=en}}
NFL career statistics
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| rowspan="2"| Year
! rowspan="2"| Team ! colspan="2"| Games ! colspan="4"| Tackles ! colspan="6"| Interceptions ! colspan="3"| Fumbles | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP | GS | Cmb | Solo | Ast | Sck | Int | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | PD | FF | FR | Yds | |
| 2015 | KC
| 12 || 0 || 8 || 8 || 0 || 0.0 || 0 || 0 || 0.0 || 0 || 0 || 0 || 0 || 0 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2016 | KC
| 15 || 15 || 65 || 59 || 6 || 0.0 || 0 || 0 || 0.0 || 0 || 0 || 16 || 0 || 2 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2017 | KC
| 9 || 7 || 41 || 33 || 8 || 0.0 || 0 || 0 || 0.0 || 0 || 0 || 4 || 1 || 0 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2018 | KC
| 16 || 16|| 68 || 58 || 10 || 0.0 || 4 || 53 || 13.3 || 35 || 0 || 15 || 0 || 0 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2019 | PIT
| 15 || 15 || 61 || 52 || 9 || 0.0 || 1 || 33 || 33 || 33 || 0 || 8 || 0 || 1 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2020 | PIT
| 15 || 15 || 61 || 52 || 9 || 0.0 || 2 || 3 || 1.5 || 3 || 0 || 9 || 0 || 1 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2021 | PHI
| 16 || 16 || 50 || 34 || 16 || 0.0 || 1 || 4 || 4 || 4 || 0 || 7 || 0 || 0 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2022 | HOU
| 15 || 15 || 52 || 39 || 13 || 1.0 || 1 || 33 || 33 || 35 || 0 || 7 || 1 || 0 || 0 | ||||||||||||||
| 2023
!HOU |17 |16 |63 |48 |15 |0.0 |4 |33 |8.2 |33 |0 |12 |0 |0 |0 | |||||||||||||||
| colspan="2"| Career{{Cite web|title=Steven Nelson Stats|url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/N/NelsSt01.htm|access-date=2020-09-10|website=Pro Football Reference|language=en}} | 130 | 135 | 456 | 374 | 82 | 1.0 | 13 | 159 | 22.2 | 68 | 0 | 78 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
References
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External links
{{Commons}}
- [https://www.chiefs.com/team/players-roster/steven-nelson/ Kansas City Chiefs bio]
- [http://www.osubeavers.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=30800&ATCLID=208704072 Oregon State Beavers bio]
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