Corey Nelson (born April 22, 1992) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker.

Nelson was selected by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round, 242nd overall, in the 2014 NFL draft.

[2] Nelson played all 16 regular-season games his rookie year and totaled 13 tackles, one pass defensed, and four special-teams stops.

[3] In the 2015 season, Nelson played all 16 regular-season games and totaled 10 tackles, one sack, and seven special-teams stops.

[5] In the 2016 season, Nelson played in all 16 games with five starts recording a career-high 67 tackles and five passes defensed.