Mike Nelms

Quick Facts

Full Name	Mike Nelms
Occupation	Football Player
Date Of Birth	Apr 8, 1955(1955-04-08)
Age	69
Birthplace	Fort Worth
Country	United States
Birth City	Texas
Horoscope	Aries

Mike Nelms Biography

Mike Nelms is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on April 8, 1955 in Fort Worth, Texas, United States. Michael Craig Nelms, born April 8, 1955, is an American football defensive back and kick returninger who played five seasons for the Washington Redskins between 1980 and 1984. Nelms was a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL) before he joined the NFL. Baylor University was where he played college football.

Mike Nelms was elected to the D.C. Sports Hall of Fame in 2017. He was inducted alongside Redskins legends Art Monk and Chris Hanburger, Ken Houston and Russ Grimm. The hall also includes Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky and Tony Kornheiser. Ron Weber, a former Capitols play-by-play announcer, is also a member.

Nelms was a Pro Bowler three times in 1980, 1981, and 1982. In 1981 and 1982, he was the NFL’s leading kickoff returner with a total of 62 yards. He also served as the Redskins’ starting punt returner for Super Bowl XVII. He returned six punts for 52 yard, which are both Super Bowl records. He also made two kickoff returns of 44 yards in Super Bowl XVII.

Mike Nelms Net Worth

Mike Nelms is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Mike Nelms 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

In 1973, Mike Nelms started his college career at Sam Houston State. After graduating from Sam Houston State, he transferred to Baylor where he was coached by Grant Taeff. In college, Nelms was a defensive back and occasionally returned kicks. He only returned a few kicks during his Baylor college career, but did make one interception.

After being drafted by Buffalo Bills, Nelms started his professional career. He was the last to be cut during training camp. In 1977, he signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats CFL team. He was then optioned to Ottawa Rough Riders later that year.

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Facts & Trivia

Mike Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Mike Nelms celebrates birthday on April 8 of every year.

Top Facts about Mike Nelms

1. Mike Nelms played in the NFL from 1980-1988.
2. He was a three-time Pro Bowler.
3. Nelms played for the Washington Redskins and Cleveland Browns.
4. He was primarily a kick returner and defensive back.
5. Nelms had 10 career interceptions and 6 touchdowns.
6. He led the NFL in punt return yards in 1981.
7. Nelms won Super Bowl XVII with the Redskins in 1983.
8. He set an NCAA record for most kickoff returns for a touchdown (4).
9. Nelms played college football at Baylor University.
10. After retiring, he became a successful businessman and philanthropist.