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Tech's Nelson nominated to AFCA Good Works team

Texas Tech defensive back Justis Nelson is among 197 nominees on the American Football Coaches Association Good Works team released Tuesday.

The team recognizes players for off-field contributions in the community. Nelson’s includes reading to Lubbock elementary and middle school students.

From the nominees, 22 will be chosen: 11 from the FBS and 11 from the FCS, Division II, Division III and the NAIA.

Nelson, a junior from Dallas Christian, is a returning starter in the Tech secondary.

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