Did Nelson Just Make The Most Selfless Challenge Move Ever?

Cory and Nelson's first Challenge experience with each other was on Rivals III: The Real World: Ex-Plosion alum was fresh off of his inaugural appearance (and second place finish) on Battle of the Bloodlines, while the Are You the One? export was a rookie. They have habitually remained close allies as members of Team Young Buck, nevertheless the true depth of their bond was on full display while in tonight's Total Madness episode. And Nelson's big game decision -- to guarantee Cory a spot in the upcoming Season 35 final by opting to go into Purgatory in the last elimination of the season before the crucial last leg of the competition alternatively opposed to his dear friend -- is arguably the most selfless move the series has ever seen.


"Cory and I, we've grown so much via years," Nelson stated because the pals readied themselves for the upcoming Day-to-day Challenge. "I visualize him day-to-day being the perfect father he can be to Ryder. And I'm so delighted of him. I know how much this insinuates to Cory and what this cash can do for his family member. All we have to do is keep focus, keep our mind right and keep our head in the game."


At the final mission (called Crash Course) Kaycee was the best female and Johnny Bananas took number one on the male side. The vet pulled "my guy" Kyle into the Tribunal and the newbie made a deal to not throw her fellow Big Brother buddy Fessy into an elimination. That left Rogan, Cory and Nelson because the eligible guys -- although Rogan speedily threw his name into the arena to go against one of the "f*cking beasts" (aka Cory and Nelson).


Nelson approached Kyle and Bananas post-interrogation and told them to put him in to face the defending War of the Worlds 2 champ. At first, the Vendettas finalist was surprised -- although Nelson had a heartfelt reason why this was his wish.


"Cory has a little bit girl at house and he has another kid on the way," he instructed them duo about this key sacrifice. "I would rather give him the better shot of winning this million dollars that me. I know he may really use this money."


He continued: "I think about my life and I think about his life and I would rather give him a higher class of shot of winning the million dollars. I am going to go down there and do what I have to do. Hopefully I make it back."


Bananas and Kyle were floored -- and the six-time winner had nothing nevertheless praise for the Invasion of the Champions silver medalist.


"I just gained a lot of respect for you bro," Johnny told Nelson. "Not that I didn't already have a lot, however that's big dude."


And as soon as it came time to select the guy facing Rogan, Bananas again praised Nelson -- nevertheless directed his nomination at Cory.


"Cory, that man standing next to you is an absolute rider," he stated. "I know why he's your best friend and he basically mentioned that if it's between you and him, he wants to go down."


With that, Bananas -- and also Kaycee and Kyle -- granted Nelson's request. Yet unfortunately for Nelson he couldn't "get the job done" against Rogan in "Hall Brawl" and was ousted at the last do or perish showdown. Cory rapidly quickly jogged down to tell his friend how much he appreciated the gesture -- and Nelson encouraged Cory to "go on and get it." They shared a big hug -- and their fellow competitors applauded the duo.


Nelson was gracious in overcome and admitted he had no regrets about his decision to volunteer for this high stakes setting.


"I would do it again and again and again," he added. "I hope and pray to God he wins this, it's his season," he concluded about Cory.


Nelson's loyalty to Cory goes well in back of this cutthroat environment -- and his actions and kind heart truly showed that. So was this gesture the most generous and altruistic on the show's legendary run? Sound off -- and don't miss the high stakes finale of Total Madness next Wednesday at 8/7c!