Byron Nelson
Byron Nelson is a three-star recruit from Katy, TX (No. 897 in the 2025 class) who has not played in North Carolina's 8 games this season.
Where Nelson comes from
- Katy, TX
- Katy
- About 1,050 miles from Kenan Stadium
- Three-star, No. 897 in the 2025 class.
- On the North Carolina roster since 2025
Where Nelson fits
North Carolina lists 20 offensive linemen this season.
North Carolina offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 47th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
North Carolina is 4-4. Next: at UConn, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
Also from Katy, TX
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for North Carolina -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 47th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
North Carolina has produced 4 All-Conference offensive linemen. 5 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2013. Asim Richards went on to the NFL out of this room (2023).
Two seasons at North Carolina
- 2026 North Carolina BelichickYear 2 · Games –
- 2025 North Carolina BelichickYear 1 · Games –
- High school KatyKaty, TX · Class of 2025Three-star, No. 897 in the 2025 class. Signed with North Carolina.Also from Katy: Nic Anderson (Kentucky), Coen Echols (Texas A&M), Dakyus Brinkley (Kansas) and 9 more.
2025
- Signed with North CarolinaThree-star, out of Katy