Steve Nelson: New England Patriots Linebacker

Steve Nelson was inducted into the Patriot Hall of Fame in 1993 Nelson played 14 seasons for New England. He is credited with 1,776 tackles in his career. Led the team in tackles 9 different seasons including an “Unofficial” tally of 207 tackles in 1984. Made the NFL Pro Bowl in 1980, 1984 and in 1985 when he was a major contributor on the Pats team that played in Super Bowl XX.

Image Gallery of Steve Nelson, Linebacker, New England Patriots 1974-1987

Linebacker Steve Nelson spent 14 seasons in New England - 3 Pro Bowls he is recognized for 1776 tackles during his career.

1978 Raiders-Patriots action. Linebackers Steve Nelson and Mike Hawkins move in to plug the hole against the Oakland Raiders. Nelson played his entire 14 year NFL career in New England and was named to 3 Pro Bowls. Hawkins spent 4 seasons with the Patriots and started 45 games.

3-time Pro Bowl Linebacker Steve Nelson (#57) and Free Safety Tim Fox (#48) stop a Baltimore Colts runner in his tracks.

A 2nd-round draft pick out of North Dakota State in 1974. Played 14 seasons for the New England Patriots and was a major part of the 1985 Patriots team that won the AFC Title and faced the 85 Bears in Super Bowl XX. Retired in 1987.

Inducted into the Patriot Hall of Fame in 1993 Nelson played 14 seasons for New England. He is credited with 1,776 tackles in his career. Led the team in tackles 9 different seasons including an "Unofficial" tally of 207 tackles in 1984. Made the NFL Pro Bowl in 1980, 1984 and in 1985 when he was a major contributor on the Pats team that played in Super Bowl XX.