Jordy Nelson is an American former professional football wide receiver who played 11 seasons in the National Football League, primarily with the Green Bay Packers. After a standout college career at Kansas State, he was drafted by the Packers in 2008 and was a key member of their Super Bowl XLV-winning team. Following a final season with the Oakland Raiders, he retired and was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame in 2023, holding the franchise record for most Lambeau Leaps.
He is notable for his highly successful career as a reliable and productive receiver, culminating in a Super Bowl victory and a lasting legacy with the Green Bay Packers. His consistent performance and record-setting fan-celebrated leaps have cemented his status as a franchise icon.
Recently, Jordy Nelson has re-emerged in sports news due to his involvement in NFL disciplinary proceedings. As reported by various sports outlets in November 2025, he was appointed to hear the suspension appeal of Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase.
This role highlights a post-retirement path for Nelson within the league's administrative structure. The news coverage generally focuses on his responsibility in adjudicating the high-profile appeal, bringing him back into the public spotlight in an official capacity.
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- Ja’Marr Chase appeal denied by Jordy Nelson; how much money Bengals WR loses - Cincy Jungle 2025-11-19 11:22 · Cincy Jungle
- Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase Raising Eyebrows With Spitting Suspension Appeal - Heavy Sports 2025-11-18 22:00 · Heavy Sports
- Former Pro Bowler Will Hear Ja'Marr Chase's Suspension Appeal - Sports Illustrated 2025-11-18 10:36 · Sports Illustrated
- Ja’Marr Chase’s Appeal Argument Is Absolutely Insane - Steelers Depot 2025-11-18 09:20 · Steelers Depot
- Jordy Nelson will hear Ja’Marr Chase’s appeal of his suspension - NBC Sports 2025-11-18 08:39 · NBC Sports
- Former Green Bay Packers WR Jordy Nelson was the appeals officer, jointly appointed by the NFL and NFLPA, for Branch's appeal See link below ⬇️ bit.ly/42FLnZ4 - facebook.com 2025-10-16 15:00 · facebook.com
- Jordy Nelson just handed the Lions a loss in the funniest way imaginable - Lombardi Ave 2025-10-16 15:00 · Lombardi Ave
- Brian Branch's one-game suspension is upheld - Yahoo Sports 2025-10-16 15:00 · Yahoo Sports
- Jordy Nelson rules on suspension of Detroit Lion - Acme Packing Company 2025-10-15 15:00 · Acme Packing Company
- Green Bay Packers legends among nominees for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 - WLUK 2025-09-24 15:00 · WLUK