Corey Nelson


Corey Nelson is an American football inside linebacker of the National Football League who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played college football at Oklahoma.

Professional career

Denver Broncos

Nelson was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round, 242nd overall, in the 2014 NFL Draft.

2014 season

Nelson played all 16 regular-season games his rookie year and totaled 13 tackles, one pass defensed, and four special-teams stops.

2015 season

In the 2015 season, Nelson played all 16 regular-season games and totaled 10 tackles, one sack, and seven special-teams stops.
On February 7, 2016, Nelson was part of the Broncos team that won Super Bowl 50. In the game, he recorded one tackle as the Broncos defeated the Carolina Panthers by a score of 24–10.

2016 season

In the 2016 season, Nelson played in all 16 games with five starts recording a career-high 67 tackles and five passes defensed.

2017 season

On October 21, 2017, Nelson was placed on injured reserve after having surgery on a torn bicep.

Philadelphia Eagles

On March 14, 2018, Nelson signed a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was released on August 26, 2018.

Atlanta Falcons

On September 10, 2018, Nelson was signed by the Atlanta Falcons. He was released on September 22, 2018.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On January 3, 2019, Nelson signed a reserve/future contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was released during final roster cuts on August 30, 2019.

Denver Broncos (second stint)

On September 2, 2019, Nelson was re-signed by the Denver Broncos. In Week 8, Nelson suffered a torn biceps and was ruled out for the remainder of the season.