STEVEN NELSON NEWS

Eagles have a long way to go to compete for championship

The Philadelphia Eagles have a long way to go to compete for a championship despite reaching the playoffs

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gets night off Nelson (coach's decision) is inactive Saturday against the Cowboys.

Impact Nelson will get the night off along with Darius Slay at the corner position. With Avonte Maddox also out due to COVID, the Eagles will be deploying their depth in the secondary against the Cowboys.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Nelson (hand) has returned to Sunday's game against the Giants, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Nelson had a hand issue earlier in the contest and was initially considered questionable to return, but he has since been able to get back into the game. He'll resume his regular role in the Eagles' secondary.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Nelson (hand) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Giants, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact It's unclear when Nelson suffered the injury, but his ability to return to Sunday's contest is uncertain. He hadn't recorded any stats prior to his departure with the hand issue.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Miles Sanders exits game vs. Giants with hand injury, Steven Nelson questionable to return #Eagles RB Miles Sanders ruled out vs. #Giants with a hand injury, Steven Nelson questionable to return as well

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Listed as full participant Nelson (shoulder) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's practice estimation.

Impact Although Nelson sustained a shoulder injury in the first half of Sunday's win over the Jets, it doesn't appear as though he'll be limited by the issue ahead of Week 15. Across his last five appearances, the 2015 third-rounder has recorded 14 tackles (10 solo) and two pass defenses.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles ahead of schedule under rookie coach Nick Sirianni

The Philadelphia Eagles have already won two more games than last season and are in the middle of the playoff race under first-year coach Nick Sirianni

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Avoids serious injury Coach Nick Sirianni said Monday that Nelson's shoulder injury isn't a serious concern, EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Nelson suffered the shoulder injury during the first half of Sunday's win over the Jets and wasn't able to return, but it appears to be a minor issue. The 28-year-old will have the bye week to aid in his recovery before Philadelphia retakes the field Dec. 19 versus Washington.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' Cannon taken off field in ambulance after collision

San Francisco 49ers backup running back Trenton Cannon was taken off the field in an ambulance after a scary collision on the opening kickoff in a 30-23 loss at Seattle

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minshew steps in, Eagles score on 1st 7 drives to beat Jets

Gardner Minshew started in place of an injured Jalen Hurts and led the clock-eating Philadelphia Eagles to scores on their first seven possessions in a 33-18 victory over the New Y...

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Sunday Nelson (shoulder) will not return to Sunday's game against the Jets.

Impact Nelson exited with the shoulder issue in the first half and spent time in the medical tent. He's been ruled out since, though the exact nature of his injury remains unclear. Positively, Nelson will have the team's upcoming bye in Week 14 to rest before attempting to return for a Week 15 matchup against Washington.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shoulder injury Nelson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jets.

Impact Nelson was spotted in the medical tent after suffering the injury, but he has since returned to the bench, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. Prior to the injury, Nelson had not recorded any stats.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers living out purgatory promised by salary-cap crunch

The Pittsburgh Steelers are reeling after a blowout loss to Cincinnati

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Press conference: Steven Nelson ' October 28, 2021 CB Steven Nelson speaks to the media about the mood of the team heading into Week 8 and more.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Press Pass: Steven Nelson and Jack Driscoll ' October 21, 2021 CB Steven Nelson and T/G Jack Driscoll speak to the media before practice.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Buccaneers face Eagles looking to avoid Thursday letdown

Tom Brady remembers the losses

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eagles' 21-18 comeback win typifies team's 'Dawg Mentality'

The Philadelphia Eagles believe in what they call the “Dawg Mentality,” and that motto typified their 21-18 come-from-behind win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Highlight: CB Steven Nelson reads Darnold's pass for game-clinching INT Eagles cornerback Steven Nelson reads Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold's pass for game-clinching INT.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Steelers defense looking to regain swagger as Rodgers looms

The offense isn't the only unit struggling on the Pittsburgh Steelers

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Press conference: Steven Nelson ' September 30, 2021 CB Steven Nelson speaks to the media about playing with Patrick Mahomes and more.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Defending AFC North champ Steelers retool around Big Ben

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has returned for an 18th season, with a cast of fresh faces around him as he chases a third Super Bowl title

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers CB Haden hoping to finish career in Pittsburgh

Cornerback Joe Haden wants to finish his career with the Steelers

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steven Nelson: 'It's all about the grind now' The new Eagles cornerback was thrown into the first-team lineup opposite Darius Slay just one day after officially signing his contract.

JULY 29, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Former Oregon State star Steven Nelson signs with the Philadelphia Eagles: Report The cornerback signed a one year deal worth up to $4 million, according to a report.

JULY 26, 2021 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Links up with Philly Nelson signed a one-year, $4 million deal with the Eagles on Sunday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 28-year-old was cut by the Steelers in late March, and he was able to latch on with a new team right before the start of training camp. Nelson started all 15 games for Pittsburgh last season and should compete for a starting spot with Avonte Maddox opposite top cornerback Darius Slay in Philadelphia.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE