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Cory Nelms (born February 27, 1988) is a former American football cornerback who played in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at the University of Miami and attended Neptune High School in Neptune Township, New Jersey. He was a member of the San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders.
Early years
Nelms participated in football and track and field for the Neptune High School Scarlet Fliers.
College career
Nelms played for the Miami Hurricanes from 2007 to 2010. He was also a member of the Hurricanes' track and field team.
Professional career
San Francisco 49ers
Nelms signed with the San Francisco 49ers of the NFL on July 27, 2011 after going undrafted in the 2011 NFL Draft. He was released by the 49ers on September 3 and signed to the team's practice squad on September 4, 2011. He was signed to a futures contract by the 49ers on January 24, 2012. Nelms was released by the 49ers on August 27, 2012.
Oakland Raiders
On November 19, 2012, Nelms was signed to the practice squad of the Oakland Raiders of the NFL. He was promoted to the active roster on December 28, 2012. He appeared in one game for the Raiders on December 30, 2012 against the San Diego Chargers. He was released by the Raiders on August 25, 2013.