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Class of 2020 OL JB Nelson (PA) Portal to K-State
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I can't wait for him to put opposing dlinemen in the full nelson
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I could see this guy jumping over Josh Miller at OG but at the same time Miller can be valuable depth at OG and OT.
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He attended Lackawanna in 2020 and 2021. So may still have a covid and a JUCO year of eligibility,
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Penn State football's offensive line depth has taken another hit.
Sixth-year guard JB Nelson is no longer listed on the Nittany Lions' official roster, meaning he likely plans to enter the transfer portal when the spring window opens on Monday.
Nelson spent his first two seasons with Lackawanna Community College before transferring to Penn State. He played sparingly in 2022, appearing in four games in his first season in Happy Valley.
In 2023, Nelson saw a significant increase in playing time, appearing in 11 games, including making his first eight starts for the Nittany Lions. In 2024, he appeared in all 16 games, backing up right guard Sal Wormley. Nelson sustained injuries against Illinois on Sept. 28 and against Purdue on Nov. 16 but returned to action quickly.
With Wormley exhausting his eligibility after last season, Nelson was considered one of the favorites to earn a starting role, given he could beat out sophomore Cooper Cousins, who replaced him when he went down last season.
Nelson announced his return for a sixth season on social media on Jan. 15, but his move seems to signify he was passed up by Cousins and will look for a starting role at a different program next season with his final year of eligibility.
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OL JB NELSON PORTAL FROM PENN STATE
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After the QB, the offensive line is the most important position group for any college football team. You will go as far as your offensive line takes you, so it is imperative that you have skills across the line, along with depth. Any time a promising OL prospect enters the transfer portal, teams jump at the opportunity to add him to their roster.
It’s been no different for former Nittany Lion OL JB Nelson, who was no longer on the Penn State roster on their website as early as April 11, with the portal opening up Wednesday, April 16.
The sixth-year senior would be an intriguing prospect for any team looking to beef up their offensive line. Appearing in 31 games, starting eight of them for the Nittany Lions since 2022, he will bring a veteran offensive line presence to whatever school he chooses next.
247Sports reports that the Pittsburgh native is expected to visit Georgia Tech, Virginia Tech, Maryland, and Syracuse.
After winning one of the starting guard spots for the Nittany Lions in 2023, he would go on to be named All-Big Ten Honorable Mention after only starting in 8 games due to injury and illness.
In 2024, he would go on to appear in all 16 games for a Penn State offense that would go on to average 33.1 points per game. Rushing for 3,237 yards on the ground for the 5th most in the country, to go along with 35 touchdowns, which would rank 9th most in the country.
Running the football was a vital part of the offense for both Georgia Tech and Virginia Tech last year, who ranked second and fifth, respectively, in rushing for the ACC.
Syracuse, which finished second-to-last in the conference in rushing, relied more heavily on its pass game. Under Kyle McCord, who finished 10th in the 2024 Heisman Voting, Syracuse finished first in the ACC in passing.
RELATED: ‘Wasn’t About the Money’ — RB Nick Singleton Gets Real on Decision To Return to Penn State, Skip 2025 NFL Draft
With how competitive college football has become over the last couple of years with NIL and the transfer portal, teams will do anything they can to get the edge on their competition to be able to compete at a high level.
College football moving to a 12-team playoff means more opportunities than ever before for teams to compete for a national championship. But also now more than ever do you have to be able to dominate the trenches if you want any shot at competing at that level.
A team like Georgia, which has dominated college football for the last handful of years, has unsurprisingly been dominant on the offensive line over that time. The two teams we saw meet up in the national championship this past season, Notre Dame and Ohio State, have two of the best offensive lines in the country.
JB Nelson will add some experience, extra depth, and leadership to the offensive line of whatever school he chooses. The former JUCO standout at Lackawanna Community College was a former 4-star prospect in the Junior College ranks and the 3rd overall JUCO prospect in the class of 2022.
Nelson has shown the versatility to play both guard and tackle on the line. Not limited to only one spot, he will be able to go in and compete right away.
College Sports Network has you covered with the latest news, analysis, insights, and trending stories in football, basketball, and more!
Article written byVance Barnes
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JB Nelson Transfer Portal: Ex-Penn State Offensive Linemen's Top Landing Spots | College Sports Network
Veteran Penn State offensive lineman JB Nelson has officially entered the transfer portal, drawing interest from multiple Power Four programs.
collegefootballnetwork.com
After the QB, the offensive line is the most important position group for any college football team. You will go as far as your offensive line takes you, so it is imperative that you have skills across the line, along with depth. Any time a promising OL prospect enters the transfer portal, teams jump at the opportunity to add him to their roster.
It’s been no different for former Nittany Lion OL JB Nelson, who was no longer on the Penn State roster on their website as early as April 11, with the portal opening up Wednesday, April 16.
The sixth-year senior would be an intriguing prospect for any team looking to beef up their offensive line. Appearing in 31 games, starting eight of them for the Nittany Lions since 2022, he will bring a veteran offensive line presence to whatever school he chooses next.
247Sports reports that the Pittsburgh native is expected to visit Georgia Tech, Virginia Tech, Maryland, and Syracuse.
After winning one of the starting guard spots for the Nittany Lions in 2023, he would go on to be named All-Big Ten Honorable Mention after only starting in 8 games due to injury and illness.
In 2024, he would go on to appear in all 16 games for a Penn State offense that would go on to average 33.1 points per game. Rushing for 3,237 yards on the ground for the 5th most in the country, to go along with 35 touchdowns, which would rank 9th most in the country.
Running the football was a vital part of the offense for both Georgia Tech and Virginia Tech last year, who ranked second and fifth, respectively, in rushing for the ACC.
Syracuse, which finished second-to-last in the conference in rushing, relied more heavily on its pass game. Under Kyle McCord, who finished 10th in the 2024 Heisman Voting, Syracuse finished first in the ACC in passing.
RELATED: ‘Wasn’t About the Money’ — RB Nick Singleton Gets Real on Decision To Return to Penn State, Skip 2025 NFL Draft
With how competitive college football has become over the last couple of years with NIL and the transfer portal, teams will do anything they can to get the edge on their competition to be able to compete at a high level.
College football moving to a 12-team playoff means more opportunities than ever before for teams to compete for a national championship. But also now more than ever do you have to be able to dominate the trenches if you want any shot at competing at that level.
A team like Georgia, which has dominated college football for the last handful of years, has unsurprisingly been dominant on the offensive line over that time. The two teams we saw meet up in the national championship this past season, Notre Dame and Ohio State, have two of the best offensive lines in the country.
JB Nelson will add some experience, extra depth, and leadership to the offensive line of whatever school he chooses. The former JUCO standout at Lackawanna Community College was a former 4-star prospect in the Junior College ranks and the 3rd overall JUCO prospect in the class of 2022.
Nelson has shown the versatility to play both guard and tackle on the line. Not limited to only one spot, he will be able to go in and compete right away.
College Sports Network has you covered with the latest news, analysis, insights, and trending stories in football, basketball, and more!
Article written byVance Barnes
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Austin Collins is the replacement for Dave Wohlabaugh.
It looks like Nelson is also an interior OL so our interest in him may be gone now.
I think the second OL we are looking for is an OT with experience. Replacement for Enrique Cruz.
Maybe we think Nelson can also play tackle? I’m gonna guess no but who knows for sure?
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That what she said lol
