Nelson Peterson

Nelson Peterson
No. 28, 11
PositionRunning back
Personal information
Born(1913-09-22)September 22, 1913
Weston, West Virginia, U.S.
DiedDecember 4, 1990(1990-12-04) (aged 77)
Broward County, Florida, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Listed weight179 lb (81 kg)
Career information
High schoolWeston
CollegeWest Virginia Wesleyan
Career history
Playing
Coaching
Awards and highlights
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Nelson Lane Peterson (September 22, 1913 – December 4, 1990) was an American football running back who played the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins and the Cleveland Rams. He attended West Virginia Wesleyan College. Peterson was the head coach and played for the 1945 Fort McClellan Riflemen football team.[1]

Head coaching record

Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs
Fort McClellan Riflemen (Independent) (1945)
1945 Fort McClellan 4–2
Fort McClellan: 4–2
Total: 4–2

References

  1. ^ "Georgia Tech B Plays Fort Here Oct. 12". The Anniston Star. Anniston, Alabama. October 7, 1945. p. 11. Retrieved April 2, 2023 – via Newspapers.com .