Preston Nelson, Champlin Park

Preston Nelson

Class: 2027
Position: RB
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 185
School: Champlin Park

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Preston Nelson is a 5'11" Running Back in the 2027 class. Nelson attends Champlin Park in Minnesota. Nelson's Player Profile was created on March 2, 2025. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Preston Nelson is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Expert Analysis

Preston

Nelson RB

Class

2027

Height

5'11"

Weight

185

HS

Champlin Park

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MN

Preston Nelson

Nelson, a junior, opened his season with a long touchdown run late in Champlin Park’s 21-12 win over...

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Ellis Williams

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Nelson, a junior, opened his season with a long touchdown run late in Champlin Park’s 21-12 win over St. Michael-Albertville. Earlier, he added a 17-yard carry that helped set up the Rebels’ first touchdown. He also finished with a key score that sealed the victory, showcasing the speed and vision that already make him one of the most intriguing backs in the state. He finished the game with 160 rushing yards. At 6-foot, 190 pounds, Nelson combines verified athleticism (4.38 forty-yard dash) with natural running instincts. He is calm behind his blockers, but his sudden plant-and-go footwork and burst allow him to create when a play breaks down. His cuts are sharp, his change of direction is immediate, and once he hits the second level his top-end speed shows. Nelson also runs with balance and strength, capable of bouncing through low tackle attempts and finishing runs with force. His vision, versatility, and big-play ability make him a dangerous weapon in space and a rising prospect with real upside going into his upperclassman seasons.

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