: 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.
: During high school, he also participated in baseball, showcasing the multi-sport versatility common in rural Kansas. Jordy Nelson- Royals
: His son is even named Royal , though the name was inspired by his time in Green Bay rather than the baseball team. : Before becoming a Super Bowl champion, Nelson