Although Nelson’s professional highlights involve catching passes from Aaron Rodgers, his story remains inextricably linked to the Kansas landscape shared by the Royals.
: Before becoming a Super Bowl champion, Nelson was a standout athlete at Riley County High School . He played quarterback in football, was an all-state basketball player, and a track champion. Jordy Nelson- Royals
: During high school, he also participated in baseball, showcasing the multi-sport versatility common in rural Kansas. was an all-state basketball player
: After retiring from the NFL in 2019, Nelson moved back to Kansas to work on his family’s Nelson Angus Farm . He often remarks that he is just "the same little brat kid" to his neighbors in Leonardville and Riley. he also participated in baseball