Herb Nelson


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Position: DL
Date of Birth: April 25, 1921
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 219 lbs
First Team: BUF (1946)
Last Team: BRK (1948)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Herb Nelson - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: April 25, 1921

Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)

Career History

  • Buffalo Bisons (BUF) - 1946
  • Brooklyn Dodgers (BRK) - 1948

Career Highlights

  • Played in the inaugural season of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) in 1946 with the Buffalo Bisons.
  • Transitioned to the NFL when the Brooklyn Dodgers joined the league in 1948.
  • Contributed as a defensive player during a time when the game was evolving into a more organized and strategic format.

Legacy

Though not one of the most widely recognized players, Herb Nelson's role in the early years of professional football contributes to the rich history of the NFL and the development of defensive strategies in the league.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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