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How the Rutgers Scarlet Knights defend running backs
| Allowed a game | Rush yards | Rush TDs | Rec yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| RB | 143.7 118th of 136 | 1.0 80th of 136 | 17.4 43rd of 136 |
What the Rutgers Scarlet Knights allow to opposing running backs a game this season. 1st allows the fewest, 136th the most.
Mekhi Nelson last 9 games
Rushing yards
WonLostAverage
Average 38.7 over these 9 games.
Rush attempts
WonLostAverage
Average 8.7 over these 9 games.
Receptions
WonLostAverage
Average 1.2 over these 9 games.
Mekhi Nelson game log
| Date | Opponent | Result | ATT | RYDS | RTD | REC | RECYDS | RECTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7 | at ILL | L 11 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 1 | vs WASH | L 7 | 6 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 18 | at ORE | L 3 | 11 | 25 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| Oct 10 | vs IU | L 3 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 0 |
| Oct 3 | vs MD | W 25 | 14 | 39 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 0 |
| Sep 26 | at MSU | W 18 | 15 | 61 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 19 | vs UND | W 27 | 9 | 54 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Sep 12 | vs BGSU | W 49 | 8 | 48 | 0 | 2 | 34 | 0 |
| Sep 5 | vs OHIO | W 28 | 10 | 64 | 1 | 2 | 65 | 1 |
| Dec 31 | at UTAH | L 22 | 12 | 88 | 1 | 3 | 48 | 0 |
| Nov 28 | vs IOWA | L 24 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 23 | at PSU | L 27 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 1 | vs USC | L 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 25 | vs NU | W 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Oct 11 | at MD | W 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 4 | vs MSU | W 11 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 20 | vs MICH | L 3 | 3 | 19 | 0 | 1 | -4 | 0 |
| Sep 6 | vs AKR | W 68 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 52 | 0 |
| Aug 29 | at CIN | W 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
9 games this season and the last 10 of 2025. Tap a column to sort.
Mekhi Nelson splits
| Split | G | Carries | Rush yds | Rec | Rec yds | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 season | 9 | 8.7 | 38.7 | 1.2 | 17.0 | 0.67 |
| Last 3 | 3 | 6.0 | 21.3 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 0.33 |
| Last 5 | 5 | 7.2 | 24.2 | 1.2 | 9.4 | 0.60 |
| Home | 6 | 8.5 | 41.2 | 1.5 | 24.7 | 0.67 |
| Away | 3 | 9.0 | 33.7 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 0.67 |
| Wins | 5 | 11.2 | 53.2 | 1.6 | 24.0 | 1.00 |
| Losses | 4 | 5.5 | 20.5 | 0.8 | 8.3 | 0.25 |
| End of 2025 | 10 | 2.7 | 14.7 | 0.8 | 10.2 | 0.20 |
Averages per game.
Nebraska Cornhuskers roster
Anthony ColandreaQB · 228 pass yds · 16 TD
Jamal RuleRB · 67 rush yds · 6 TD
Kwazi GilmerWR · 64 rec yds · 7 TD
Jacory Barney Jr.WR · 59 rec yds · 3 TD
Nyziah HunterWR · 21 rec yds · 0 TD
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Updated November 9, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are Mekhi Nelson’s stats this season?
38.7 rushing yards and 1.2 catches a game, 6 touchdowns over 9 games in 2026.
What team does Mekhi Nelson play for?
The Nebraska Cornhuskers, at RB.
When does Mekhi Nelson play next?
The Nebraska Cornhuskers visit the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Sat, Nov 14, 12:30 PM ET.