State Journal photographer M.P. King shows Wisconsin cornerback Nick Nelson in action
Good sports photographs come in many forms. Some are exciting, simple and a quick read. Others are complex, demanding your attention and extended study.
When I'm selecting photographs for publication, I certainly look for moments of peak action or reaction, but I'm also looking for layers of information and interactions between people that tell a more complete story.
The photos of Nick Nelson's explosive 20-yard punt return in the second quarter of a game against Iowa really drives home the effort that Iowa put forth trying to stop him, as well as Nelson's determination to succeed.
NICK NELSON, CORNERBACK
Wisconsin cornerback Nick Nelson breaks up a pass intended for Nebraska's Stanley Morgan Jr. during the Badgers' 38-17 victory on Oct. 7 in Lincoln. Nelson had four tackles and three passes defensed in the game.
M.P. KING, STATE JOURNALYear: Junior
Height: 5-11
Weight: 208
Hometown: Glenarden, Md.
2017 stats: 30 tackles, 20 pass breakups, 1 punt return touchdown
Notable: Nelson's 20 pass breakups broke a Wisconsin record.
Nelson returns punt
A 20-yard punt return from Nick Nelson led three plays later to a touchdown during the second quarter of the Badgers' 38-14 victory over Iowa on Nov. 11 at Camp Randall Stadium.
M.P. KING, STATE JOURNALNelson pressures Illinois QB
Illinois quarterback Jeff George Jr. is pressured by Nick Nelson during the second half of the Badgers' 24-10 victory on Oct. 28 in Champaign. Nelson had one tackle and four passes defensed.
M.P. KING, STATE JOURNALNelson roughs up Iowa
Nick Nelson eludes tacklers on his 20-yard punt return to the Iowa 26-yard line, Nelson also contributed three solo tackles in the game.
M.P. KING, STATE JOURNAL
