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As Nelson enters the final year of his four-year, $12.6 million contract, the Packers prioritized extending him to a long-term deal, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported in February. On Tuesday, the receiver said that while no contract is imminent, he expects talks to heat up before the start of the season. "Obviously you want to get it done as soon as possible," said Nelson. "But there are a lot of other people that are involved in that. It's a process and we'll just have to wait and see how it goes."
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As NFL.com's Kevin Patra notes, entering his seventh season, Nelson has become one of quarterback Aaron Rodgers' favorite targets. The 29-year-old receiver has size, great hands and is one of the best difficult-pass-catchers in the NFL. It could come as a surprise -- considering what team he plays for -- but Nelson is probably the most underrated receiver in the NFL. Coming off career highs in yards (1,314) and receptions (85), Nelson is near the same age as Jennings and Jones when the Packers let them walk. Nelson, however, believes his situation is different because the current backups aren't as established.
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