Chris Monter: Gopher Commit Phil Nelson Shines In Season Opener; Q&A with Nelson

[GopherHole Staff]

Phil Nelson, a 6-foot-2, 200-pound senior quarterback from Mankato West who committed to Minnesota in March, helped lead the Scarlets to a 60-14 victory over New Prague in the season opener for both teams. Nelson shined as he completed 10 of 15 passes for 182 yards and five touchdowns and rushed for 130 yards and another score, despite playing in only the first half. GopherHole.com caught up with Nelson after the game to learn the latest on his senior season, graduating early and joining the Golden Gophers.

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[husker70]

"Yes. Me, Maxx (Williams), Mitch and Isaac (Hayes). We are getting on Will Johnson (Osseo tight end). We are all just getting together." Oh, the synergy !

 

[Nort73]

Great article. Can't wait to see Nelson play for the Gophers!

By the way, the Mankato West coach is Mark Esch, not Ash. Sounds similar though, so I can see the confusion.