Position: Defensive Lineman High school: Miami (FL) Jackson Place of birth: Miami, Florida Name Rony Nelson | Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) Role American football player Weight: 265 lb (120 kg) | |
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Date of birth: (1989-01-24) January 24, 1989 (age 26) College Iowa State Cyclones football | ||
Rony nelson scouting highlight
Rony Nelson (born January 24, 1989) is a professional American football defensive linemen who is currently a free agent. He has also been a member of the Iowa Barnstormers of the Arena Football League. He attended the Iowa State University and played for the school's football team. According to the AFL, Nelson stands at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) and weighs 266 pounds (121 kg).
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- Rony nelson scouting highlight
- Early life
- Iowa Barnstormers
- Bemidji Axemen
- West Michigan Ironmen
- Cleveland Gladiators
- References
Early life
Nelson attended Miami Jackson High School, where he was a soccer player before the football coaches recruited him to play. Upon graduation, Nelson enrolled at Yuba College, where he would continue his football career. Nelson earned a scholarship to Iowa State University, where he played 3 years with the Cyclones football team.
Iowa Barnstormers
Nelson was assigned to the Iowa Barnstormers of the Arena Football League (AFL), just a few days before their final game of the season. Nelson played linebacker, and recorded one tackle.
Bemidji Axemen
Nelson signed with the Bemidji Axemen in 2014. Nelson recorded 25 tackles and three sacks during his first season with the Axemen. Nelson played in 11 games with the Axemen during the 2015 season, recording 32 tackles. Nelson re-signed with the Axemen for the 2016 season.
West Michigan Ironmen
Nelson signed with the West Michigan Ironmen for the 2016 season. He would later be placed on the exempt list, but returned to help lead the Ironmen to the 2016 AIF Championship game. Nelson returned to the Ironmen in 2017.
Cleveland Gladiators
On February 8, 2016, Nelson was assigned to the Cleveland Gladiators. On March 9, 2016, Nelson was placed on reassignment.