James Nellis
6′3″ · 290 lb · Grafton, WI
Where he comes from
- Grafton, WI
- Grafton
- About 500 miles from Fargodome
- Three-star recruit, No. 2468 nationally in the 2025 class, rating 0.8300.
Where he fits
North Dakota State lists 18 offensive linemen this season.
North Dakota State offensive linemen with a game this season
His line is 59th in the country in line yards this season (a team number, not his).
North Dakota State’s week
- RecordNorth Dakota State is 6-1.
Players like him
Same class and position
News and fans
No outlet on our list has written about him by name this season.
Where to follow him
Awards
A three-star recruit at guard for North Dakota State -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
Quality starterThree-star HS recruit
The unit he anchors ranks 59th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Joined North Dakota State in 2026
- 2026 North Dakota State PolasekYear 1 · on the roster, no stat line
- Before collegeSigned with North Dakota State in 2025 as a 3-star recruit, No. 2,468 in the country.
His moves
- Signed with North Dakota State in the 2025 class, a 3-star recruit.
His career
2025
- Signed with North Dakota State3-star out of Grafton