Career
He previously played for the Gold Coast Titans. He primarily plays as a second-rower, but can also fill in at hooker. Born in Mullumbimby, New South Wales, Nelson played his junior football for the Mullumbimby Giants, before being signed by the Gold Coast Titans.
Early career
In 2008, Nelson played for the Gold Coast Titans" New York City team, before moving on to the Titans" Queensland Cup team, Tweed Heads Seagulls in 2009.
2014
In Round 8 of the 2014 NRL season, Nelson made his NRL debut for the Titans against the Wests Tigers. On 4 September 2014, he signed a 2-year contract with the Parramatta Eels starting in 2015.
2015
In Round 16 of the 2015 NRL season, Nelson made his Eels debut against the Saint George Illawarra Dragons. In 2014, Nelson received a two-match suspension from the NRL after being found to have placed bets on NRL matches.