Where is Jack Nelson from?

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Jack Nelson is an offensive tackle who played for the Wisconsin Badgers from 2020 to 2024. During his time at Stoughton High School, Jack won the Joe Thomas Award and was a two-time first-team all-state member, a three-time Badger South First-Team All-Conference member, and more, which helped him land a five-star recruit status for his college. Representing the Wisconsin Badgers, Nelson competed in a total of 49 games.

Upon his commitment to the Wisconsin Badgers, Jack Nelson was rated a five-star recruit. Nelson became a regular starter during his sophomore year. In his sophomore, junior, and senior years for the Wisconsin Badgers, Nelson started in all the games, first at right guard and later at left tackle. During his collegiate career, Nelson also began inking NIL deals, including with brands such as Fillback Family of Dealerships, Sprecher Brewery, and Ducks Unlimited (via On3).

Jack Nelson Nationality

Jack Nelson is an American by nationality.

Jack Nelson hometown

Jack Nelson's hometown is Stoughton, Wisconsin, according to the Badgers' official website. He was born on January 15, 2002, in Stoughton.

He has three brothers: Barrett, Will, and Max Nelson. Nelson began his football career in high school, where he was rated a four-star recruit by 247 Sports, ESPN, and Rivals. Jack is the son of Todd Nelson and Sarah Nelson.

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FAQs on Jack Nelson

A. Jack Nelson stands at 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)

A. Jack Nelson weighs 314 lb (142 kg). 

A. Jack Nelson attended the University of Wisconsin Madison. 

A. Jack Nelson donned the Number 79 jersey for the Wisconsin Badgers. 

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