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The Atlanta Falcons have terminated the contract of offensive tackle Jack Nelson, waiving the 2025 seventh-round pick with an injury settlement. The move ends Nelson’s brief tenure with the team after he was initially waived/injured earlier in the week and reverted to injured reserve.

Massive opportunity just opened up for ex-Badgers OT Jack Nelson on Atlanta Falcons

When Jack Nelson was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the seventh round, he knew he would have a long battle up depth chart. As injuries have piled up on the offensive line, he all of a sudden has a great opportunity in front of him.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 5, 2025

Wisconsin Badgers 7th-round pick practices with starters at Falcons training camp

Jack Nelson is quickly earning the trust of the Atlanta Falcons coaching staff. The Wisconsin Badgers' rookie seventh-round pick is earning more opportunities at training camp as he competes for his spot on the 53-man roster.

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College Football News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 19, 2025

Why Falcons 7th-Rounder Jack Nelson is a St. Bernard and Draft 'Steal'

While thousands of students and visitors packed nearby Mifflin Street for an annual block party, a crowd full of family, friends, and teammates surrounded Wisconsin offensive tackle Jack Nelson inside Jay's bar in downtown Madison.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 1, 2025

NFL.com Praises Atlanta Falcons 7th-Rounder as 'Favorite Pick'

Finding late round steals in the NFL Draft often owes as much to perspiration as it does inspiration. Working a little bit harder to find a player to fill out an important need on the roster certainly isn't as glamorous as picking a first round blue-chipper, but can be just as important in terms of overall team building.

Wisconsin Badgers draft pick Jack Nelson in great spot to develop into future starter with Atlanta Falcons

Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Jack Nelson might have a quiet start to his career with the Atlanta Falcons, but he's in a good spot to develop into a future contributor.

What Can The Falcons Expect Out Of Newly Drafted Offensive Tackle Jack Nelson?

The Atlanta Falcons are getting a mountain of a man to help protect quarterback Michael Penix Jr. In what was considered a rare move by the Atlanta Falcons in this year's NFL Draft, the Falcons selected Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Jack Nelson in the 7th round, number 218 overall.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / April 12, 2025

Why a first-year starter is primed to be Wisconsin’s left tackle of the future

The Badgers are handing the keys over to a sophomore at the most important position on the line. The Wisconsin Badgers had two staples at the tackle positions over the past few years, with Jack Nelson and Riley Mahlman manning the left and right tackle spots, respectively.

College Football News / Chiefs Wire / January 30, 2025

Chiefs scouting report: Wisconsin Badgers OT Jack Nelson

The Kansas City Chiefs need to fortify their trenches in the 2025 NFL draft. Trey Smith’s looming free agency and the frustrating situation at left tackle create openings Kansas City needs to address with several picks in the upcoming class.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 20, 2025

Wisconsin Football Offensive Lineman Makes NFL Draft Announcement

The University of Wisconsin football program's starting left tackle for the last three seasons is taking his talents to the NFL. After five seasons in Madison, Wisconsin Badgers' offensive lineman Jack Nelson announced that he is entering his name into the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / October 10, 2024

Badgers OL Jack Nelson graded as top OL in the Big Ten in Week 6

The Badgers had one of the top offensive line performances this past week. The Wisconsin Badgers put together a dominant performance in Week 6, blowing out the Purdue Boilermakers 52-6 for their first conference win of the season.