Cody Nelson


Cody Nelson is an Australian professional rugby league footballer who plays for the Blacktown Workers Sea Eagles in the Intrust Super Premiership NSW. He primarily plays at, but can also fill in at. He previously played for the Gold Coast Titans.

Background

Born in Mullumbimby, New South Wales, Nelson played his junior football for the Mullumbimby Giants, before being signed by the Gold Coast Titans.

Playing career

Early career

In 2008, Nelson played for the Gold Coast Titans' NYC team, before moving on to the Titans' Queensland Cup team, Tweed Heads Seagulls in 2009.

2014

In Round 8 of the 2014 NRL season, Nelson made his NRL debut for the Titans against the Wests Tigers. On 4 September 2014, he signed a 2-year contract with the Parramatta Eels starting in 2015.

2015

In Round 16 of the 2015 NRL season, Nelson made his Eels debut against the St. George Illawarra Dragons.

2018

For the 2018 season, Nelson signed a contract to join Intrust Super Premiership NSW side The Blacktown Workers Sea Eagles.

Controversy

In 2014, Nelson received a two-match suspension from the NRL after being found to have placed bets on NRL matches.