Jerico Nelson (born September 19, 1989) is a former American football strong safety.

Nelson signed with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2012.

He finished college with 268 tackles, 10.5 Sacks, 4 Interceptions, 12 Pass Deflections, 2 Forced fumbles.

[3] On April 30, 2012, Nelson signed with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent.

[6] On December 15, 2012, he was promoted to the active roster from the practice squad after the team placed safety Malcolm Jenkins and Offensive tackle Charles Brown on injured reserve.