Malachi Nelson
Definition
Malachi Nelson (born December 7, 2003) is an American college football quarterback who has played for the USC Trojans, Boise State Broncos, and UTEP Miners.
Regarded as a five-star recruit and the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2023 class by ESPN, Nelson entered the NCAA transfer portal in early 2026 after a season at UTEP where he passed for 1,163 yards, eight touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
Known for his strong arm and high school success at Los Alamitos High School in California, Nelson's college career has been marked by frequent transfers and limited playing time at top programs.
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Malachi Nelson's recruiting hype was so electric, it could power a small city—until reality hit like a blindside blitz.
After flipping commitments like a pro gymnast, Malachi Nelson finally settled at UTEP, only to portal out faster than his snap count.
Scouts still whisper about Malachi Nelson's cannon arm, the kind that turns defensive backs into accidental wide receivers.
Malachi Nelson treated the transfer portal like his personal Uber, hopping from USC to Boise to UTEP in record time.