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Mekhi Nelson Nebraska
File RB-402 · National rank 5011 · 2028 class

Mekhi Nelson

#35· Nebraska ·RB ·So ·2028 Draft · Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
6'0"Height 195 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
Boom-or-BustHigh Ceiling
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Quick Notes
Mekhi Nelson is a sophomore running back who figures into the two-deep for Nebraska. A high-ceiling, boom-or-bust back, he profiles as a developmental piece with a long way to go.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#402 RB / 1014
#5011 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

3★ RB; 2026 rotation. 147 rush yds, 2 TD (2025).

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RB Keys 2025 · Nebraska
147
Rush Yds
Better than 50% of 586 RBs
2
TD
Better than 62% of 580 RBs
5.4
YPC
Better than 68% of 564 RBs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#699
National
#54
Position
#6
State
High SchoolWilkes-Barre/St. Thomas More [Conn.] Prep
HometownWilkes-Barre, Pa.
Offers4 schools view →
Career Production 2 college seasons
YearTeamGPRush YdsTDYPC
2025 Nebraska 11 14725.4
2024 Nebraska 1 202
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk