Despite playing in a loaded backfield for the Huskers, Johnathan Nelson Johnathan Nelson 6'0" | 180 lbs | RB Holdingford | 2029 State MN flashed in his limited reps and is due for a major breakout season in 2026 as he moves up toward the top of the RB depth chart. Nelson boasts solid size for his age, and participates in track during the offseason, having recently posted a sub-minute long 400 meter dash time. That speed showcases itself on the gridiron, having averaged just under 6 YPC on his limited workload, and could very well continue to build upon that as a playmaker for Holdingford’s offense going forward with a heavier workload.

Johnathan Nelson Johnathan Nelson 6'0" | 180 lbs | RB Holdingford | 2029 State MN may be very well on pace for a huge jump entering his sophomore season. In 8 appearances, Nelson ran for 123 yards on 21 carries (5.9 YPC) and a rushing TD. This total ranked 6th most on the team, but all 5 of the leading rushers ranked ahead of him from last season are graduating, meaning Nelson may very well find himself propelled to the No. 1 RB position on the depth chart entering his sophomore season. With solid speed, agility and size that can be built upon over the next few seasons, Nelson has the makings of a future stud in the backfield for Holdingford.