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Nelsyn Wheeler Illinois
File RB-514 · National rank 6832 · 2029 class

Nelsyn Wheeler

#25· Illinois ·RB ·Fr ·2029 Draft · Grand Island, Neb.
5'9"Height 205 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
Boom-or-BustDevelopmentalFreshmanHigh Ceiling +3
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Quick Notes
Nelsyn Wheeler is a true freshman running back who sits in a reserve role for Illinois. A developmental, high-ceiling back, he profiles as a raw, long-term project.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#514 RB / 1014
#6832 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

3★ unproven true freshman RB; no college production on record yet, so the current grade is youth-appropriate — the upside is carried in the ceiling.

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Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#1434
National
#95
Position
#14
State
High SchoolMillard South
HometownGrand Island, Neb.
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk