The Giants signed Nelson on Thursday. Nelson spent the first four years of his career with the Lions, primarily in a backup role. He appeared in three games in 2023, before suffering an ankle injury that landed him on injured reserve. Nelson should serve as a depth option at right tackle for the Giants in the upcoming campaign.
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Team
New York Giants
Birthdate
12/19/1995 (28)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'8", 295 lbs
Birthplace
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
Position
OT
College
Iowa
Experience
5th season
Career History
Detroit Lions
2019-2024
(5 seasons)
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The Giants signed Nelson on Thursday. Nelson spent the first four years of his career with the Lions, primarily in a backup role. He appeared in three games in 2023, before suffering an ankle injury that landed him on injured reserve. Nelson should serve as a depth option at right tackle for the Giants in the upcoming campaign.