Nelson Ramirez
Nelson Ramirez is an offensive lineman at UAB, from Newnan, GA, who has not played in UAB's 8 games this season.
Where Ramirez comes from
- Newnan, GA
- East Coweta
- About 100 miles from Protective Stadium
- On the UAB roster since 2025
Where Ramirez fits
UAB lists 25 offensive linemen this season.
The team’s line is 60th in the country in passing-downs success rate this season (a team number).
UAB is 4-4. Next: vs Charlotte, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
From East Coweta
Also from Newnan, GA
Where to follow
Awards
Nelson Ramirez plays offensive line for UAB.
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 60th nationally in passing-downs success rate this season. See the full unit breakdown →
UAB has produced 11 All-Conference offensive linemen.
Two seasons at UAB
- 2026 UAB MortensenYear 2 · Games –
- 2025 UAB DilferYear 1 · Games –
- High school East CowetaNewnan, GAAlso from East Coweta: Courtney Heard (Georgia Tech), Derrion Horsley (East Carolina), Aaron Fenimore (Liberty) and 4 more.
Coaching lineage · 2025–2026
2 coaches2025
Trent Dilfer, then Alex Mortensen
UAB
Coaching transition mid-career: Trent Dilfer → Alex Mortensen. Worth noting in scheme + development context.