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Prosecutors Drop Charges, Nebraska RB Nelson Cleared to Return

7/21/2026

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U.S. prosecutors in Florida declined to charge Nebraska running back Mekhi Nelson, clearing his return.
Nelson stays on an unofficial suspension and missed all team activities.
Transfer running back Tikey Hayes, a former Penn State player, joined Nebraska for depth.
Quarterback Anthony Colandrea, a 3,400-yard, 24-touchdown passer at UNLV, arrived as the favored starter.
Rob Aurich installed a 4-2-5 defense in camp before Big Ten Media Days on July 28.

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U.S. prosecutors in Florida declined to charge Nebraska running back Mekhi Nelson, clearing his return.
Nelson stays on an unofficial suspension and missed all team activities.
Transfer running back Tikey Hayes, a former Penn State player, joined Nebraska for depth.
Quarterback Anthony Colandrea, a 3,400-yard, 24-touchdown passer at UNLV, arrived as the favored starter.
Rob Aurich installed a 4-2-5 defense in camp before Big Ten Media Days on July 28.