The Official "He's Declared!" Thread (For Underclassmen declaring for the 2011 NFL Draft)

[KDawg]

Simple, really... I'll try to update this bad boy too, but it can act as a database for the guys who are declaring... Plus it cleans the board up from all of the "____ ______ declared, should we!?" type threads.

If you want me to add someone to the declared OR the undeclared list, post here please. If declared, please include the link

MASSIVE CREDIT GOES TO karmacop FOR HELPING OUT BIG TIME WITH THIS PROJECT!!!!

Declared:
Quarterback:
Blaine Gabbert - Missouri St. Louis Today Link (http://www.stltoday.com/sports/college/mizzou/tiger-tracker/article_387a1f1e-1884-11e0-9d85-0017a4a78c22.html)
Ryan Mallett - Arkansas ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5996931)
Cam Newton - Auburn ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6019964)

Running back:
Jordan Todman - UConn Star Telegram Link (http://www.star-telegram.com/2011/01/01/2738125/uconn-blown-out-rb-todman-to-depart.html)
Shane Vereen - Cal Mercury News Link (http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_16990595?nclick_check=1)
Mark Ingram - Alabama OK Blitz Link (http://www.okblitz.com/Article.aspx?id=32543)
Darren Evans - Virginia Tech ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/acc/post/_/id/20826/vt-rb-darren-evans-to-enter-nfl-draft)
Ryan Williams - Virginia Tech ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6005454)
Jamie Harper - Clemson ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6000409)
John Clay - Wisconsin Washington Post Link (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/01/07/AR2011010704492.html)
Dion Lewis - Pitt PFW Link (http://www.profootballweekly.com/2011/01/07/report-pitt-rb-lewis-to-leave-for-nfl)
Jacquizz Rodgers - Oregon State ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6009000)
Mikel Leshoure - Illinois ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6011128)
Stevan Ridley - LSU ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6018749&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Taiwan Jones - Eastern Washington SB Nation Link
(http://seattle.sbnation.com/seattle-seahawks/2011/1/14/1935125/2011-nfl-draft-taiwan-jones-declares-eastern-washington-eagles)

Fullback:
Henry Hynoski - Pittsburgh ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6009628)

Tight End:
Kyle Rudolph - Notre Dame Rivals Link (http://notredame.rivals.com/barrier_noentry.asp?ReturnTo=&sid=&script=content.asp&cid=1172578&fid=&tid=&mid=&rid=)

Offensive Tackle:
Tyron Smith - USC ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/ncf/news/story?id=5920054)
Nick Claytor - Georgia Tech ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/acc/post/_/id/21079/georgia-tech-ot-to-enter-nfl-draft)

Wide Receiver:
Tori Gurley - South Carolina Midlands Connect Link (http://www.midlandsconnect.com/sports/story.aspx?id=561874)
DeAndre Brown - Southern Miss Sun Herald Link (http://www.sunherald.com/2010/12/29/2742342/report-brown-turning-pro.html)
Torrey Smith - Maryland Washington Post Link (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/12/29/AR2010122904336.html)
Tandon Doss - Indiana IDS News (http://www.idsnews.com/blogs/hoosierhype/?p=14520)
Videll Hazelton - Cincinatti Cincinnati.com Link (http://cincinnati.com/blogs/uc/2010/12/27/ucs-hazelton-declares-for-draft/)
AJ Green - Georgia Georgia Dogs Link (http://www.georgiadogs.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/010911aaa.html)
Julio Jones - Alabama USA Today Link (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2011/01/alabama-mark-ingram-julio-jones-marcell-dareus-nfl-draft/1)
Jon Baldwin - Pittsburgh ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6009628)
Randall Cobb - Kentucky ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6018568&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Jamel Hamler - Fresno State National Football Post Link (http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Source-Fresno-States-Jamel-Hamler-declaring-for-NFL-draft.html)
Darvin Adams - Auburn ESPN Link
(http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6030598)


Defensive Tackle:
Jurrell Casey - USC ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/ncf/news/story?id=5920054)
Jerrell Powe - Ole Miss PFT Link (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/12/04/jerrell-powe-will-enter-2011-nfl-draft/)
Muhammed Wilkerson - Temple Philly Sports Daily Link (http://phillysportsdaily.com/college/2010/12/31/temples-muhammad-wilkerson-to-declare-for-nfl-draft)
Lawrence Guy - Arizona State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/pac10/post/_/id/17931/guy-to-enter-nfl-draft)
Corey Liuget - Illinois ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/22380/liugets-departure-stings-most-for-illini)
Sealver Siliga - Utah ESPN Link (http://www.espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post?id=38068)
Nick Fairley - Auburn ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6021721)


Defensive End:
Zane Parr - Virginia Washington Post Link (http://voices.washingtonpost.com/cavaliers-journal/2011/01/virginia_de_zane_parr_to_decla.html)
Da'Quan Bowers - Clemson ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5992700)
JJ Watt - Wisconsin ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5995901)
Marcell Dareus - Alabama Tide Sports Link (http://www.tidesports.com/article/20110107/NEWS/110109708/1011?Title=Dareus-to-turn-pro;)
Aldon Smith - Missouri ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6000278&campaign=rss&source=NCFHeadlines)
Robert Quinn - North Carolina ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5673405)

Outside Linebacker:
Akeem Ayers - UCLA LA Times Link (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/559313-2011-nfl-draft-underclassmen-declaration-tracker)
Tom Keiser - Stanford Stanford Daily Link (http://www.stanforddaily.com/2011/01/06/breaking-tom-keiser-to-enter-nfl-draft/)
Martez Wilson - Illinois ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6007747)
Justin Houston - Georgia ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6025298&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)


Cornerback:
Brandon Harris - Miami Miami Herald Link (http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/01/05/1999895/um-cornerback-junior-brandon-harris.html)
Brandon Burton - Utah Sltrib.com Link (http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/blogsutahsports/50976340-59/burton-utah-corner-pick.html.csp)
Aaron Williams - Texas Statesman.com Link (http://www.statesman.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/longhorns/entries/2010/12/30/aaron_williams.html?cxntfid=blogs_bevo_beat)
Patrick Peterson - LSU ESPN Link
(http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6006083)


Safety:
Raheem Moore - UCLA ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/nfl/news/story?id=5998203&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
Robert Sands - West Virginia Daily Mail Link (http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/201101070757)
Will Hill - Florida Orlando Sentinel Link (http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2011-01-10/sports/os-report-floridas-will-hill-draft-01102011_1_draft-analyst-hill-janoris-jenkins)
Tyler Sash - Iowa Quad City Times Link (http://qctimes.com/sports/college/big-10/iowa/article_6161df48-1ea1-11e0-828f-001cc4c002e0.html)
Jerrard Tarrant - Georgia Tech Atlanta Journal Constitution Link (http://blogs.ajc.com/georgia-tech-sports/2011/01/13/tarrant-leaving-tech-for-nfl/)

Will Not Declare:

Quarterback:
Andrew Luck - Stanford ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5995754)
Ryan Lindley - San Diego State Examiner Link (http://www.examiner.com/sports-in-san-diego/san-diego-state-out-runs-navy-35-14-poinsettia-bowl-victory)
Nick Foles, Arizona Tucson Citizen Link (http://tucsoncitizen.com/wildcatreport/2010/12/16/qb-nick-foles-i-plan-on-being-back-at-arizona/)
Brandon Weeden - Oklahoma State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/big12/post/_/id/24436/weeden-blackmon-coming-back-to-stillwater)
John Brantley - Florida USA Today Link (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2011/01/john-brantley-will-remain-at-florida-for-senior-season/1)
Russell Wilson - NC State ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6025799&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Terrelle Pryor - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)

Runningback:
Chris Polk - Washington ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/pac10/post/_/id/18171/polk-coming-back-at-washington)
LaMichael James - Oregon Register Guard Link (http://www.registerguard.com/csp/cms/sites/web/sports/25776564-41/james-oregon-draft-running-season.csp)
Dan Herron - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)


Wide Receiver:
Ryan Broyles, Oklahoma ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5996888)
Damarlo Belcher - Indiana ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/22255/indianas-belcher-to-return-for-2011)
Michael Floyd - Notre Dame ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6014722&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines)
Juron Criner - Arizona ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6013845&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Justin Blackmon - Oklahoma State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/big12/post/_/id/24436/weeden-blackmon-coming-back-to-stillwater)
Marvin McNutt Jr. - Iowa Quad City Times Link (http://qctimes.com/sports/college/big-10/iowa/article_6161df48-1ea1-11e0-828f-001cc4c002e0.html)
T.Y. Hilton - FIU ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38090/t-y-hilton-to-stay-at-fiu)
Maquis Maze - Alabama Bleacher Report Link (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/573813-bama-loses-three-juniors-to-nfl-barron-maze-and-upshaw-stay)
Jeff Fuller - Texas A&M Houston Chronicle Link (http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/sports/college/texasam/7382336.html)
DeVier Posey - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)


Offensive Tackle:
Matt Reynolds, BYU SLT Rib Link (http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/blogsbyusports/50994844-65/reynolds-byu-matt-season.html.csp)
Trinton Sturdivant - Georgia Atlanta Journal Constitution Link (http://blogs.ajc.com/uga-sports-blog/2011/01/07/sturdivant-says-hell-pass-on-nfl-draft-return-for-senior-season/?cxntfid=blogs_uga_sports_blog)
Mike Adams - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)

Offensive Guard:
Cordy Glenn - Georgia Sports Illustrated Link
(http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/wires/01/12/2060.ap.fbc.georgia.boykin.glenn.0140/)

Defensive Tackle:
Marcus Forston - Miami ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37839/no-nfl-draft-for-miamis-forston-spence)
Jared Crick - Nebraska ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6013386&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)

Defensive End:
Vinny Curry - Marshall Register Herald Link (http://www.register-herald.com/collegesports/x1733412158/Herd-defensive-end-Curry-will-return-for-senior-year)
Solomon Thomas - Ohio State ESPN Link
(http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)
Quinton Coples - North Carolina American Chronicle Link (http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/yb/154636490)


Linebacker:
Travis Lewis, Oklahoma ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5996888)
Sean Spence - Miami ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37839/no-nfl-draft-for-miamis-forston-spence)
Danny Trevathan - Kentucky Courier Journal Link (http://blogs.courier-journal.com/ukfan/2011/01/14/danny-trevathan-returning/)
Courtney Upshaw - Alabama Bleacher Report Link (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/573813-bama-loses-three-juniors-to-nfl-barron-maze-and-upshaw-stay)
Dont'a Hightower - Alabama Birmingham News Link (http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/01/alabama_defensive_bj_scott_wil.html)

Cornerback:
Omar Bolden, Arizona State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37655/cb-bolden-back-for-arizona-state)
Alfonzo Dennard, Nebraska Husker Extra Link (http://huskerextra.com/sports/football/article_db7149a0-6860-5882-b1cc-d1f2fbda8558.html)
Shaun Prater - Iowa ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6012739&campaign=rss&source=NCFHeadlines)
Brandon Boykin - Georgia Sports Illustrated Link (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/wires/01/12/2060.ap.fbc.georgia.boykin.glenn.0140/)


Safety:
Janoris Jenkins, Florida Orlando Sentinal Link (http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sports/os-florida-gators-janoris-jenkins-01102011,0,7433311.story)
Winston Guy - Kentucky Courier Journal Link (http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20110114/SPORTS03/301140077/Top+tacklers+Trevathan+and+Guy+to+return+to+Kentuc ky+football)
Mark Barron - Alabama Birmingham News Link (http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/01/mark_barron_announces_he_will.html)
Kenny Tate - Maryland SB Nation Link (http://dc.sbnation.com/2011/1/18/1941784/maryland-safety-kenny-tate-will-reportedly-return-for-senior-season)[/QUOTE]

[LD0506]

More solid work there KD, but if you think this is simple enough to prevent any pointless threads elsewhere then you are kidding yourself.............

[KDawg]

More solid work there KD, but if you think this is simple enough to prevent any pointless threads elsewhere then you are kidding yourself.............

I don't. But, it's the thought that counts.

[DCranon21]

KDawg, you are the man when it comes to discussing all football matters. Think this deserves a READ ME. Good thread KD.

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Wide Receiver: Torrey Smith -Maryland http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/12/29/AR2010122904336.html

[KDawg]

Smith added.

For the record, take a look at Southern Miss Receiver DeAndre Brown. I don't know what the guys in the draft thread have said about him, but I've seen him play a few times... I like him... A lot.

I'd like to hear what Dukes and Skins has to say about him.

He's 6'6" 240 pounds.

[postong]

QB Blaine Gabbert, Missouri (1st Round)

RB Shane Vereen, California (2nd Round)

RB Jordan Todman (3rd Round)

WR Torrey Smith, Maryland (2nd Round)

WR Tandon Doss, Indiana (3rd Round)

WR DeAndre Brown, Southern Mississippi (Mid-Round)

WR Tori Gurley, South Carolina (Mid-Late Round)

WR Vidal Hazelton, Cincinnati (Late Round/PFA)

OT Tyron Smith, USC (1st/2nd Round)

DT Jurell Casey, USC (2nd Round)

DT Jerrell Powe, Mississippi (2nd/3rd Round)

DT Muhammad Wilkerson, Temple (2nd Round)

LB Akeem Ayers, UCLA (1st Round)

CB Aaron Williams, Texas (1st/2nd Round)

CB Brandon Burton, Utah (1st/2nd Round)

CB Brandon Harris, Miami (1st round)

also,

Kyle Rudolph http://notredame.rivals.com/barrier_noentry.asp?ReturnTo=&sid=&script=content.asp&cid=1172578&fid=&tid=&mid=&rid=

and this is interesting but I wouldn't say it's anything definitive

Terrell Pryor http://twitter.com/JayChristensen/status/22526127717224448#

EDIT I put in bold the players you do not currently have in your list.

[KDawg]

Only ones I can add are Rudolph and Pryor, as you provided links. A lot of the others had already been added.

EDIT: Not adding Pryor until it's official.

[postong]

ok, I'll find you the links real quick

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Only ones I can add are Rudolph and Pryor, as you provided links. A lot of the others had already been added.

EDIT: Not adding Pryor until it's official.
Pryor (and all the other suspended players) promised that he would return to Ohio St. for his senior season.

That was a requirement for him to be able to play in the bowl game.

[karmacop]

Zane Parr, defensive end from UVA: http://voices.washingtonpost.com/cavaliers-journal/2011/01/virginia_de_zane_parr_to_decla.html

[postong]

RB Todman - http://www.star-telegram.com/2011/01/01/2738125/uconn-blown-out-rb-todman-to-depart.html
RB Vereen - http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_16990595?nclick_check=1
WR Doss - http://www.idsnews.com/blogs/hoosierhype/?p=14520
WR Hazelton - http://cincinnati.com/blogs/uc/2010/12/27/ucs-hazelton-declares-for-draft/
DT Wilkerson - http://phillysportsdaily.com/college/2010/12/31/temples-muhammad-wilkerson-to-declare-for-nfl-draft/
CB Burton - http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/blogsutahsports/50976340-59/burton-utah-corner-pick.html.csp
CB Williams - http://www.statesman.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/longhorns/entries/2010/12/30/aaron_williams.html?cxntfid=blogs_bevo_beat

also, you might not want to add this yet but:

S Will Hill - http://twitter.com/SatDownSouth/statuses/16885296729690112 (Hill said he was leaving on twitter and facebook.)

---------- Post added January-5th-2011 at 09:14 AM ----------


Pryor (and all the other suspended players) promised that he would return to Ohio St. for his senior season.

That was a requirement for him to be able to play in the bowl game.

EDIT The Pryor link is false. Please disregard.

[HigSkin]

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/700097146/Utah-Utes-football-notebook-Cornerback-Brandon-Burton-will-enter-NFL-Draft.html

Utah Utes football notebook: Cornerback Brandon Burton will enter NFL Draft

Burton, a 6-foot, 185-pound lockdown corner, made 51 tackles and two interceptions for the Utes in 2010. Who was projected to go as high as the late first round by some draft experts.

EDIT - duplicate, I just noticed him on post #12.

[Forehead]

Here's another reference to help out/verify your OP, KDawg.

http://www.walterfootball.com/draft2011underclassmen.php

[HigSkin]

Only ones I can add are Rudolph and Pryor, as you provided links. A lot of the others had already been added.

EDIT: Not adding Pryor until it's official.

Hey KDawg,

Here's a comprehensive link for underclassman declared...

http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Combine-Results/2011-nfl-draft-underclassmen-tracker-010211.html

[authentic]

Looks like Aldon Smith (http://www.tigerboard.com/boards/missouri-tigers.php?message=8201877)DE has declared to enter the draft.

Height: 6’5″
Weight: 260
Projection: 1st-2nd Round

[Kostaskins]

someone to keep an eye on and is under the radar Michael Floyd, Notre Dame, (Jr.), 6-3, 228
Often looks to be a man among boys. Floyd isn't a burner but he's a competitor who willingly blocks with the intent to punish and wins jump balls in the red zone.

that is from cbssports.com

perfect for our system!

[KDawg]

Updated through all the confirmed. Aldon Smith is not yet confirmed, therefore won't be added to the OP.

[BALLz]

Great idea KDawg. Tho I fear it will do little to keep the board clean at least I'll know where to go.

This is going to be a weird draft. We have so many needs we could basically go BPA and still get a position of need. But at the same time, everyday I am able to convince myself that one position is a higher need than another and that position changes every couple of days.

Be nice if we could add some sort of flashing text to read me threads since READ ME doesn't appear to grab some peoples attention.

[tiger187126]

great thread, i hope everyone pays attention here so we don't need "such and such declared, do we go after him???" threads every hour.

[karmacop]

I'm not sure if this is "official" enough, but here's an article on Will Hill of Florida: http://www.onlygators.com/01/05/2011/will-hill-to-forgo-senior-season-enter-nfl-draft/

[c4man5282]

You should probably add to the haven't declared list RB's Ryan Williams and Darren Evans.

[Hitman21ST]

Does anyone have a sneaking suspicion the Ohio State players will declare since they beat an SEC team?

[KingGibbs]

I am really getting sick of these quality "football" posts by you dawg.;)

I think we'll see an influx of underclassmen declaring in the coming weeks.

I say that because of the uncertainty of the CBA and the possibility of a rookie cap. Might be the last year to earn that undeserved ridiculous contract.

[c4man5282]

Akeem Ayers, ILB, UCLA

http://www.opposingviews.com/i/2011-nfl-draft-underclassmen-tracker

[KDawg]

Akeem Ayers, ILB, UCLA

http://www.opposingviews.com/i/2011-nfl-draft-underclassmen-tracker

He's already listed, Been there since the original OP ;)

I've seen him projected as an OLB mostly, though. So the fact that you and your link list him as an ILB is interesting.

[karmacop]

I can't read the article because I don't have an insider account, but the headline says that Da'Quan Bowers "will forgo his senior year and declare for the NFL draft"

http://clemson.scout.com/a.z?s=46&p=2&c=1037120&ssf=1&RequestedURL=http%3a%2f%2fclemson.scout.com%2f2%2f 1037120.html

[HortonWho48]

Does anyone have a sneaking suspicion the Ohio State players will declare since they beat an SEC team?
I have a feeling at least a couple of them will. Id be surprised to see herron and pryor stay to be honest. I know they made a deal with Tressel but words are words, nothing more.

Anyone know why Tori Gurley declared?? Hes only a sophomore and is a great physical specimen but hes raw. Being in the shadows of Jeffries wont help his draft status either. He is 23 so maybe his eligibility was up??? Kid has potential to be a future top pick if he stays.

[c4man5282]

He's already listed, Been there since the original OP ;)

I've seen him projected as an OLB mostly, though. So the fact that you and your link list him as an ILB is interesting.

My bad. Didn't realize that.

[HigSkin]

I can't read the article because I don't have an insider account, but the headline says that Da'Quan Bowers "will forgo his senior year and declare for the NFL draft"

http://clemson.scout.com/a.z?s=46&p=2&c=1037120&ssf=1&RequestedURL=http%3a%2f%2fclemson.scout.com%2f2%2f 1037120.html

This one works as confirmation....

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/HeadLines.aspx?sport=NFL&hl=198177

Clemson DE Da'Quan Bowers will forgo his senior season and enter the 2011 NFL draft.

Often drawing comparisons to Bruce Smith as a Tiger, the 6'4/280-pound Bowers led the nation with 15.5 sacks in 2010, ranked second with a whopping 26 tackles for loss, and won both the Nagurski and Ted Hendricks Awards as NCAA's top defender and top defensive end, respectively. Bowers is widely considered a candidate to be drafted No. 2 overall by the Broncos. Jan. 5 - 4:52 pm et

[karmacop]

This one works as confirmation....

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/HeadLines.aspx?sport=NFL&hl=198177

Added ESPN source as well: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5992700

[stevemcqueen1]

Robert Quinn has to declare for the draft or else he's not going to play football any more. I think it's safe to put him in the list.

[terrifNick21]

Mark Ingram's leaving.
http://www.okblitz.com/Article.aspx?id=32543

[thedoc4454]

Kenny Tate - free safety Maryland. 1st or 2d round. We need this guy bad.

[TheDoyler23]

Kenny Tate - free safety Maryland. 1st or 2d round. We need this guy bad.

Has he declared???

I'm a Terps fan, so please do tell.

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Has he declared???

I'm a Terps fan, so please do tell.

As a Terp fan, I hope he stays.

[stevemcqueen1]

Mark Ingram's leaving.
http://www.okblitz.com/Article.aspx?id=32543

Here is another source: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Barry-Sanders-Jr-Alabamas-Ingram-to-enter-NFL-Draft.html

[Hitman21ST]

As a Terp fan, I hope he stays.

Is he a ballhawk?

[Dukes and Skins]

Is he a ballhawk?

True ballhawk safety. Would love to target him in the 2nd round, he's got freakish athletic ability stemming from him playing as a WR then transitioning to FS. He's not a Sean Taylor but the man can ballhawk and while he's raw he would be a good fit here in our scheme

[KDawg]

Thanks for all the help in here. This is looking pretty good.

Ingram and Bowers added.

Still waiting on confirmation for Will Hill, Kenny Tate, Robert Quinn (this one is a foregone conclusion, though) among others.

Also, if I forget to add someone after you've taken the time to post in here with a link, feel free to pester me to add them. I may miss a few. However, I'm not going to be on this thing all day, so if I don't update it as soon as you post it, take a chill pill ;) (That was a preemptive strike, it hasn't happened yet, but I know us ES'ers are pretty extreme :))

[Hitman21ST]

True ballhawk safety. Would love to target him in the 2nd round, he's got freakish athletic ability stemming from him playing as a WR then transitioning to FS. He's not a Sean Taylor but the man can ballhawk and while he's raw he would be a good fit here in our scheme

More of an Ed Reed mold?

[FinalBeast]

Has not been confirmed yet, but someone on an Alabama message board that I visit who is usually correct says Julio Jones and Marcell Dareus will be leaving for the draft.

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

More of an Ed Reed mold?
He's a combination of both imo.

[karmacop]

Virginia Tech running back Darren Evans: http://www.dailypress.com/sports/dp-spt-darren-evans-turns-pro-0105,0,1470801.story

The article states that fellow VT RB Ryan Williams is likely to follow, but nothing definitive on him yet.

---------- Post added January-6th-2011 at 03:21 PM ----------

Wisconsin defensive end JJ Watt: http://www.uwbadgers.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/010611aaa.html

[KDawg]

I'm hearing rumors that Luck will return to Stanford. Won't put at as confirmed quite yet.

EDIT: Nevermind. Confirmed via ESPN.

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5995754

[skinsfan_1215]

I'm hearing rumors that Luck will return to Stanford. Won't put at as confirmed quite yet.

He had a press conference...

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5995754

[skinzwiz]

WR Jonathan Baldwin has reported that he intends to declare for the draft.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=81829&draftyear=2012&genpos=WR

[postong]

VT's RB Darren Evans declares - http://espn.go.com/blog/acc/post/_/id/20826/vt-rb-darren-evans-to-enter-nfl-draft

and

Wisconsin's DE JJ Watt declares- http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5995901

EDIT: I see that this has already been posted, sorry.

[karmacop]

Stanford OLB Tom Keiser: http://www.stanforddaily.com/2011/01/06/breaking-tom-keiser-to-enter-nfl-draft/

[RWJ]

Stanford OLB Tom Keiser: http://www.stanforddaily.com/2011/01/06/breaking-tom-keiser-to-enter-nfl-draft/

Sorry, karmacop. I thought you had him listed as an OL.

[karmacop]

Sorry, karmacop. I thought you had him listed as an OL.

I did at first, but then I edited it to fix it! We're both quick on the draw, I guess. :ols:

[karmacop]

Obvious by now, but Ryan Mallett: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5996931

---------- Post added January-7th-2011 at 08:55 AM ----------

Florida CB Janoris Jenkins: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5997329

Alabama DE Marcell Dareus: http://www.tidesports.com/article/20110107/NEWS/110109708/1011?Title=Dareus-to-turn-pro; http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37564/ingram-dareus-jenkins-turning-pro

UCLA S Rahim Moore: http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/nfl/news/story?id=5998203&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines

[KDawg]

Dareus, Moore, Jenkins, Keiser, Watt, Evans, Mallett are all added.

Has Baldwin been confirmed?

[stevemcqueen1]

On the will not declare list, I think you can put Terrelle Pryor and LaMichael James. Both said they were going back at some point (although that could change).

[KDawg]

On the will not declare list, I think you can put Terrelle Pryor and LaMichael James. Both said they were going back at some point (although that could change).

Until it's confirmed, I'd rather not throw names on those lists. The speculative list is the middle one. I'll add James to that one :)

[karmacop]

On the "not declared" list, I guess you can add Oklahoma WR Ryan Broyles and Oklahoma LB Travis Lewis: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5996888

[KDawg]

Both added.

karmacop, thanks for the effort thus far. Definitely helping with the whole premise of the thread. Just wanted to give you a thanks.

[karmacop]

Both added.

karmacop, thanks for the effort thus far. Definitely helping with the whole premise of the thread. Just wanted to give you a thanks.

Glad to be of help! I really liked your idea for a dedicated thread for this information instead of tons of posts scattered all over the board, so I wanted to help out to make sure this thread is a success.

I haven't been focused on "not declaring" players, but I found a few more for your list:

Arizona QB Nick Foles: http://tucsoncitizen.com/wildcatreport/2010/12/16/qb-nick-foles-i-plan-on-being-back-at-arizona/

Nebraska CB Alfonzo Dennard: http://huskerextra.com/sports/football/article_db7149a0-6860-5882-b1cc-d1f2fbda8558.html

San Diego State QB Ryan Lindley: http://www.examiner.com/sports-in-san-diego/san-diego-state-out-runs-navy-35-14-poinsettia-bowl-victory

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Its not official yet...but there are multiple sources saying that Kenny Tate will declare.

I figure its legit because WalterFootball already has him slated to go to Dallas in the 2nd Rd.

I'll post when I get something concrete.

[karmacop]

Another one for the "not declaring" list:

BYU LT Matt Reynolds: http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/blogsbyusports/50994844-65/reynolds-byu-matt-season.html.csp

[FinalBeast]

Julio Jones just confirmed he is going pro at an Alabama press conference.



Here is the link.
http://www.tidesports.com/article/20110107/NEWS/110109699/1011?Title=Ingram-Dareus-Jones-going-pro-Hightower-returning

[karmacop]

Julio Jones just confirmed he is going pro at an Alabama press conference.

Here's a link: http://content.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2011/01/alabama-mark-ingram-julio-jones-marcell-dareus-nfl-draft/1

The same article gives another "not declaring" player: Alabama LB Dont'a Hightower.

Another player entering the draft:

WVU S Robert Sands: http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/201101070757

There are strong indications about Wisconsin RB John Clay (http://www.jsonline.com/sports/badgers/113074579.html), but the article is not quite definitive yet, so probably not enough to put on the list.

[Dukes and Skins]

Don't understand why Clay would enter I just wonder if he feels that he needs to get into the draft now with the young RB's at Wisconsin now. He's probably a late round pick and will make a roster as a bruiser type back who gets goal line carries

[Champskins]

Report: Pitt RB Lewis to leave for NFL - http://www.profootballweekly.com/2011/01/07/report-pitt-rb-lewis-to-leave-for-nfl

Wisconsin RB Clay appears headed to NFL - http://www.profootballweekly.com/2011/01/07/wisconsin-rb-clay-appears-headed-to-nfl

[karmacop]

A good, definitive article on John Clay: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/01/07/AR2011010704492.html

Missouri DE Aldon Smith: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6000278&campaign=rss&source=NCFHeadlines

Not declaring for the draft is Arizona CB Omar Bolden: http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37655/cb-bolden-back-for-arizona-state

[Hitman21ST]

What's the word on the safety from Maryland?

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

What's the word on the safety from Maryland?
Word is that he's declared but still nothing concrete.

I actuallly saw a mock draft that has Dallas selecting him in the 2nd rd....right before we select Torrey Smith.


http://walterfootball.com/draft2011_2.php


40. Dallas Cowboys: Kenny Tate, S, Maryland
New free safety Alan Ball was a pretty big liability this season. The Cowboys need to upgrade this position unless they want DeSean Jackson torching them twice every year.



41. Washington Redskins: Torrey Smith, WR, Maryland
The Redskins will need to provide their new franchise quarterback with a weapon. Santana Moss, Anthony Armstrong and Chris Cooley just aren't enough.

[Hitman21ST]

Word is that he's declared but still nothing concrete.

I actuallly saw a mock draft that has Dallas selecting him in the 2nd rd....right before we select Torrey Smith.


http://walterfootball.com/draft2011_2.php

Don't really know much about him, but from what I've heard he would be a good fit to play center field for us.

[karmacop]

Two more players who have declared:

Arizona State DT Lawrence Guy: http://espn.go.com/blog/pac10/post/_/id/17931/guy-to-enter-nfl-draft

Clemson RB Jamie Harper: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6000409

[praise_gibbs]

AJ Green officially declared for the NFL draft!

http://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/24158665263026176

The anti-Luck decision for a top pick. RT @schadjoe Georgia WR A.J. Green officialy declares for the NFL draft.

[601skinsfan]

I am a student coach with southern miss..... Brown is remarkable from a talent perspective, however he will not last too long. He will raise his status with workouts but he had multiple run ins with the law, only one official arrest i believe. He had numerous blow ups with the head coach, and gives ZERO effort unless he thinks its a play he will get the ball. He came back from a complete break of his leg freshman year,(nasty youtube) but had many many snaps/games missed because his shoulder "hurt", hamstring was tight, stumped toe... it was really quite ridiculous to watch and listen to him interact with the coaches and trainers..... the trainer actually asked him at one point if he really even wanted to play football...... his response was "sometimes..... as long as i am getting the ball"....

[stevemcqueen1]

Does anyone know if Mikel Leshoure has declared?

[praise_gibbs]

Link for AJ Green:

http://www.georgiadogs.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/010911aaa.html

[That Redskins Fan]

I think Aj green will get serious consideration for The panthers at the top of the draft

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Does anyone know if Mikel Leshoure has declared?
Not yet.

[wilco_holland]

AJ Green #1....a WR going #1 is Millen back in the league.
I don´t know what to do with Sands...he looks then great and then bad. Very raw prospect.

[stevemcqueen1]

Not yet.

CBSsports was talking like he probably will. With Ingram, Lewis, and Toddman already in, Leshoure and Ryan Williams could make this a very crowded RB class if they declare. Honestly, I don't see how all five of those guys could go in the first two rounds. I doubt that even most of them would. There would be some nice running backs sitting on the table in the third and fourth.

[That Redskins Fan]

AJ Green #1....a WR going #1 is Millen back in the league.
I don´t know what to do with Sands...he looks then great and then bad. Very raw prospect.

I will say it is in the realm of possibilty

One . is steve Smith a elite wr at this point in his career

Aj. green is a randy moss, larry fitzgerald elite Wr prospect

3. As the panther need a defensive playmaker and Daquan Bowers they need a playmaker just as bad

[Rufus T Firefly]

Ryan Williams declared. I don't see it listed here yet.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6005454

[SkinsTribeVA]

Ryan Williams declared. I don't see it listed here yet.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6005454

It's starting to look like there are gonna be some pretty solid RB's available throughout the draft. Let's hope Shanny can find his next low-round gem!

[styx491]

Ryan Williams will be a stud in the NFL. He reminds me a lot of LT with his quickness and agility, and ability to find holes and make something out of nothing. Drafting him would complete our RB rotation for years with Ryan Torain & Keiland Williams and James Davis on the practice squad. Hopefully he is available in the middle rounds, I haven't read or thought about where he could go.

[terrifNick21]

Ryan Williams will be a stud in the NFL. He reminds me a lot of LT with his quickness and agility, and ability to find holes and make something out of nothing. Drafting him would complete our RB rotation for years with Ryan Torain & Keiland Williams and James Davis on the practice squad. Hopefully he is available in the middle rounds, I haven't read or thought about where he could go.


Second or third round. I have him going in the second round. Especially if he has a good pro day and such.

[wilco_holland]

Williams is offical now......he reminds me of a young miami back named after a president.

[KAZEstrong]

Sands is a player i get to watch every weekend, and without looking through blue and gold glasses i have to say he looks everything like a future star. He is a great wrap up tackler that goes through the ball carier, and at 6'5 225 lbs he is an incredible ball hawk, strong in deep zones, and very capable of covering the slots.. teaming him with LL in the second round could be a very strong play in the draft, although i know some will say we have more needs (which i don't necessarily disagree with).

[KDawg]

List is updated, sorry for the delay... Busy weekend.

I think it would be cool if, after the January 15th deadline, we as a forum did our own "Big Board". We could use the Draft Database that steve, Dukes and Skins, The Tris and so many others put a ton of work into and this thread as a basis. But our Big Board would be Redskins related and not necessarily the ranking of overall prospects. Yeah, I think we'll do that :) It'll kill some time and it should be fun.

[karmacop]

Looks like ESPN was wrong about Janoris Jenkins. He's not declaring for the draft and will return for his senior season: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sports/os-florida-gators-janoris-jenkins-01102011,0,7433311.story

[Dukes and Skins]

Looks like ESPN was wrong about Janoris Jenkins. He's not declaring for the draft and will return for his senior season: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sports/os-florida-gators-janoris-jenkins-01102011,0,7433311.story

Wow was thinking he was for sure coming out this year. Had a chance to sneak in the top 15 range with a good offseason. This now catapults Brandon Harris up to a better draft slot

[KDawg]

Jenkins change is reflected.

[The Tris]

Smart move on Jenkins part IMO. Crowded CB class, and with a solid Sr. year, he could be a top 10 pick. Him and Dre Kirkpatrick.

[wilco_holland]

Smart move on Jenkins part IMO. Crowded CB class, and with a solid Sr. year, he could be a top 10 pick. Him and Dre Kirkpatrick.

I agree...and Florida has a lot of talented ayletic young d-lineman and LB´s. Muschamp will bring the pressure and force the QB to throw, Jenkins only needs to catch the balls then.

[The Tris]

schadjoe Joe Schad
Illinois LB Martez Wilson has filed papers to enter the next NFL draft

[karmacop]

schadjoe Joe Schad
Illinois LB Martez Wilson has filed papers to enter the next NFL draft

Here's the link: http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6007747

Also, LSU CB Patrick Peterson has officially declared: http://miami.cbslocal.com/2011/01/10/patrick-peterson-headed-to-nfl/

[stevemcqueen1]

Smart move on Jenkins part IMO. Crowded CB class, and with a solid Sr. year, he could be a top 10 pick. Him and Dre Kirkpatrick.

Perhaps. He'll be a four year starter with some tremendous film. The problem is that next year's class looks almost as strong as this year's does. IMO, Jenkins had done enough this season to where he was already the third corner in the class. Next year is going to have Dennard, Minnifield, Hosley, and Kirkpatrick in it too. Who knows how he's going to come out in that group.

[karmacop]

Oregon State RB Jacquizz Rodgers: http://www.osubeavers.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011011aaa.html

[Hitman21ST]

Oregon State RB Jacquizz Rodgers: http://www.osubeavers.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011011aaa.html

We might target him in the later rounds...

[karmacop]

We might target him in the later rounds...

That seems like a smart move. He broke all kinds of OSU records, and finished high on the Pac 10 lists as well.

[Dukes and Skins]

We might target him in the later rounds...

He could be a mid round pick though so who knows right now

[karmacop]

More players pulling out of draft consideration:

Miami DT Marcus Forston and LB Sean Spence: http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37839/no-nfl-draft-for-miamis-forston-spence

Ohio State C Michael Brewster: http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/sports/stories/2011/01/10/0110-brewster-to-return-to-ohio-state.html?sid=101

Indiana WR Damarlo Belcher: http://espn.go.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/22255/indianas-belcher-to-return-for-2011

Marshall DE Vinny Curry: http://sundaygazettemail.com/latest/201101101288

[Hitman21ST]

He could be a mid round pick though so who knows right now

You think so? He seems to me like a guy who could drop just because.

[Dukes and Skins]

You think so? He seems to me like a guy who could drop just because.

If he does then its a steal if we get him

[Hitman21ST]

If he does then its a steal if we get him

I'd take him in a heartbeat. He's blindingly quick.

[karmacop]

Some more players declaring for the draft:

Pitt RB Dion Lewis, WR Jon Baldwin and FB Henry Hynoski: http://www.pittsburghpostgazette.net/pg/11010/1116974-100.stm

Florida S Will Hill (although this is still just his father, nothing directly from the player or the school): http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20110110/ARTICLES/110119967/1136?Title=Hill-to-declare-for-NFL-Draft

[ConnSKINS26]

You think so? He seems to me like a guy who could drop just because.

What do you mean by this? Not much in terms of reasoning, here.

[Dukes and Skins]

What do you mean by this? Not much in terms of reasoning, here.

I think he's saying he just drops because he's overshadowed and then someone is able to snatch him up later

[karmacop]

Not yet.

There are all kinds of strong rumors Leshoure will go pro, although it won't be official until his news conference tomorrow (Tuesday)

[Hitman21ST]

I think he's saying he just drops because he's overshadowed and then someone is able to snatch him up later

Exactly. Deep draft, lots of talented RBs coming out, not a whole lot of teams who need one, or need a different position more. Therefore, he drops "just because." Not due to a bad combine or character issues. I don't see him as being a "BPA" pick until the 4th or 5th, if not later.

[Hail-to-da-skins-21]

I'd love for us to draft Dion Lewis ........seems like a better shady McCoy and a perfect fit for the cut back system.........maybe if we pick up a 3rd he could fall to us

[ConnSKINS26]

I think he's saying he just drops because he's overshadowed and then someone is able to snatch him up later


Exactly. Deep draft, lots of talented RBs coming out, not a whole lot of teams who need one, or need a different position more. Therefore, he drops "just because." Not due to a bad combine or character issues. I don't see him as being a "BPA" pick until the 4th or 5th, if not later.

Gotcha, that makes sense. I can definitely see him "getting lost in the shuffle", so to speak.

Of course, a crazy fast 40-time could change that. But he'll have Devine and others to compete with, there. I do think he'll slip later than he SHOULD go. That's a great value pick in the 4th-5th, in my opinion. Even more so if we've acquired a 3rd and 4th and used those picks in a manner that allows us a "luxury" pick.

[terrifNick21]

The running backs in this class are cra-zee!
D. Murray
K. Hunter
N. Devine
J. Todman
R. Williams
D. Thomas
B. Powell
D. Lewis
D. Evans
D. Scott


Good lord. :ols: And that's not even all of them.

[Hitman21ST]

Gotcha, that makes sense. I can definitely see him "getting lost in the shuffle", so to speak.


You should know me well enough to know I just don't talk out of my ass, Conn.

At least, not most of the time ;)

[ConnSKINS26]

You should know me well enough to know I just don't talk out of my ass, Conn.

At least, not most of the time ;)

:ols: You're right about that, shoulda given you the benefit of the doubt haha

[Pskins]

The running backs in this class are cra-zee!
D. Murray
K. Hunter
N. Devine
J. Todman
R. Williams
D. Thomas
B. Powell
D. Lewis
D. Evans
D. Scott

I posted this in another thread but you can add Jacquizz Rodgers to this already sick list

[Hitman21ST]

I posted this in another thread but you can add Jacquizz Rodgers to this already sick list

You can bet Shanny is going to find at least one 1,000 yard guy out of that bunch

[karmacop]

There are all kinds of strong rumors Leshoure will go pro, although it won't be official until his news conference tomorrow (Tuesday)

It's now official. Add another RB to the mix:

http://www.nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/41020645/sports/player_news

Here's a better ESPN link: http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6011128

[TheismannQuote]

Some more players declaring for the draft:

Pitt RB Dion Lewis, WR Jon Baldwin and FB Henry Hynoski: http://www.pittsburghpostgazette.net/pg/11010/1116974-100.stm

Florida S Will Hill (although this is still just his father, nothing directly from the player or the school): http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20110110/ARTICLES/110119967/1136?Title=Hill-to-declare-for-NFL-Draft

Anyone considering overpaying for Darren Sproles should consider where they could pick up Dion Lewis in the draft

[nimblehippo]

i really like the idea of tacking john clay late - real bruiser, and if he takes goal line carries away from torrain, that has to help torrain's help - plus i think we can easily upgrade over williams with talent available this year. Is clay big enough or a good enough blocker to cover at FB?

[ConnSKINS26]

So Leshoure officially declared?

I've read in many places that if he did, he'd be the consensus #2 RB right now.

[santana_4_prez]

Illinois RB Mikel Leshoure announced Tuesday that he will forgo his senior year and enter the 2011 NFL draft.

A 20-year-old true junior, Leshoure set the Illini's single-season rushing record with 1,697 yards in 2010 and scored 20 all-purpose TDs. The 230-pound power back averaged 6.25 yards per carry in his final two years, including a whopping 8.05 in his last four college games. Leshoure is the early favorite to be the second tailback drafted in April, behind Mark Ingram. There is even some growing sentiment for Leshoure to go before Ingram. Jan. 11 - 11:01 am et

[ConnSKINS26]

Wow, super young, too. Will have to look up some games of his and take a look. (more for fantasy purposes than for Skins draft purposes :D)

[Dukes and Skins]

Wow, super young, too. Will have to look up some games of his and take a look. (more for fantasy purposes than for Skins draft purposes :D)

Yeah if anything go watch his bowl game against Baylor if its at all available. He put on a show that day. I thought he was a good RB but wow he was impressive in that game

[ConnSKINS26]

Yeah if anything go watch his bowl game against Baylor if its at all available. He put on a show that day. I thought he was a good RB but wow he was impressive in that game

Thanks for the tip, man. I'll look for a torrent/vid of that to check out.

[Champskins]

Pittsburgh FB Henry Hynoski announced Monday that he will enter the NFL draft - http://www.profootballweekly.com/2011/01/11/pitt-fb-hynoski-entering-nfl-draft

---------- Post added January-11th-2011 at 02:51 PM ----------

Illinois LB Martez Wilson announced Monday that he will enter the NFL draft - http://www.profootballweekly.com/2011/01/10/illinois-lb-wilson-leaving-for-nfl

---------- Post added January-11th-2011 at 02:53 PM ----------

LSU CB Patrick Peterson is expected to announce later Monday that he is entering the 2011 NFL draft. The 6-1, 222-pound junior is considered one of the top prospects available.

[karmacop]

Iowa CB Shaun Prater decides not to declare for the draft: http://qctimes.com/sports/college/big-10/iowa/article_76875d80-1dca-11e0-af30-001cc4c002e0.html

[karmacop]

Nothing directly from the player yet, but there's an ESPN article saying that Illinois DT Corey Liuget has told Joe Schad that he's declaring for the draft: http://espn.go.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/22380/liugets-departure-stings-most-for-illini

[the monk]

I watched Henry (Hank The Tank) Hynoski play in highschool....he broke all kinds of local rushing records. He was an absolute BEAST as a tailback.... He was 5'11" 230lbs then.... He is around 270lbs now.... He was used primarily as a lead blocker and occasional reciever out of the back field for Pitt.....but If he can get into the 250lb range he could be another Peyton Hillis......:-)

[ConnSKINS26]

But I'm sure Coach Shannahan's son (who is a WR for Pitt and a Hynoski team mate) will tell his dad all about Hank "The Tank" Hynoski :-)

Edit: Never mind. There's no relation between Pitt's Mike Shanahan and our Shanahans.

[karmacop]

Two more players not entering the draft:

Nebraska DT Jared Crick: http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6013386&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

Univ. of Washington RB Chris Polk: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskies/2013908858_uwfb12.html

Polk probably saw how many other RBs were declaring and decided to try his luck next year instead.

[Portis N Pals]

Any news on WR Blackmon declaring? He's the kid I MOST want to come out, and for the Skins to target!

[chrisbcbu]

The running backs in this class are cra-zee!
D. Murray
K. Hunter
N. Devine
J. Todman
R. Williams
D. Thomas
B. Powell
D. Lewis
D. Evans
D. Scott


Good lord. :ols: And that's not even all of them.

Cant forget Mark Ingram on this list.

[karmacop]

Utah DT Sealver Siliga has declared for the draft: http://www.espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post?id=38068

[terrifNick21]

Any news on WR Blackmon declaring? He's the kid I MOST want to come out, and for the Skins to target!

He's most likely staying in school.

---------- Post added January-12th-2011 at 10:54 AM ----------


I watched Henry Hynoski play in highschool....he broke all kinds of local rushing records. He was an absolute BEAST as a tailback.... He was 5'11" 230lbs then.... He is around 270lbs now.... He was used primarily as a lead blocker and occasional reciever out of the back field for Pitt.....but If he can get into the 250lb range he could be another Peyton Hillis. But I'm sure Coach Shannahan's son (who is a WR for Pitt and a Hynoski team mate) will tell his dad all about Hank "The Tank" Hynoski :-)

The Shanahan for Pitt isn't Coach Shanahan's son.

[Champskins]

WalterFootball.com:

Underclassmen Declaring for the 2011 NFL Draft - Jan. 11:

Jonathan Baldwin, WR, Pittsburgh - Scouting Report
Height: 6-5. Weight: 225.
Projected 40 Time: 4.50.
Projected Round (2011): 1-2.
Jonathan Baldwin is coming off a poor season, but could still be a first-round pick depending on how he looks at the Combine.

The Verdict: Good move

Patrick Peterson, CB, LSU
Height: 6-1. Weight: 218.
Projected 40 Time: 4.47.
Projected Round (2011): Top 5 Pick.
One of the top cornerback prospects in a long time, Patrick Peterson could go as high as No. 2 overall.

The Verdict: No-brainer

[karmacop]

Notre Dame WR Michael Floyd is staying in school and not declaring for the draft: http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/1/12/1930764/notre-dames-michael-floyd-not-entering-2011-nfl-draft

[The Tris]

Any news on WR Blackmon declaring? He's the kid I MOST want to come out, and for the Skins to target!

slmandel Stewart Mandel
Floyd and Criner coming back. Tulsa station reporting Justin Blackmon will announce return, too. CFB could be LOADED w/ WRs next yer.

[karmacop]

Criner coming back.

Here's a link for news that Arizona WR Juron Criner not declaring: http://www.bestofsanibelcaptiva.com/accommodations/index.shtml

---------- Post added January-12th-2011 at 02:03 PM ----------

Another returning player that we missed who announced last week - Georgia OT Trinton Sturdivant: http://blogs.ajc.com/uga-sports-blog/2011/01/07/sturdivant-says-hell-pass-on-nfl-draft-return-for-senior-season/?cxntfid=blogs_uga_sports_blog

More big time players returning to school, as Oklahoma State QB Brandon Weeden and WR Justin Blackmon won't enter the draft: http://espn.go.com/blog/big12/post/_/id/24436/weeden-blackmon-coming-back-to-stillwater

As mentioned, the wide receiver crop is now very thin this year.

[Chicken Fried]

I see the NFL Advisory Committee listed Michael Floyd as a 3rd round pick which is a reason he decided to stay in school. That has to be a joke. I can't even remember all the huge plays that guy made for ND. Time after time after time, and this year he had two mediocre QBs throwing to him.

[karmacop]

Georgia Tech OT Nick Claytor entering the draft: http://ramblinwreck.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011211aaa.html

[mikemp]

It's confirmed that Blackmon is returning. http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/01/12/blackmon-weeden.ap/index.html?eref=sihp

[karmacop]

Iowa S Tyler Sash is entering the draft: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Iowas-Tyler-Sash-to-enter-the-NFL-draft.html

[Oliphant]

I see the NFL Advisory Committee listed Michael Floyd as a 3rd round pick which is a reason he decided to stay in school. That has to be a joke. I can't even remember all the huge plays that guy made for ND. Time after time after time, and this year he had two mediocre QBs throwing to him.

Don't complain CF. All that matters is he's coming back to South Bend!.......Honestly though I gotta think the injuries played a part in his sliding down in projection. The kid's an incredible talent but until he goes a full season healthy he's going to get the "China doll" label.

[karmacop]

Two more not entering the draft: Georgia CB Brandon Boykin and OG Cordy Glenn: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/wires/01/12/2060.ap.fbc.georgia.boykin.glenn.0140/

[Champskins]

Florida International WR T.Y. Hilton announced Wednesday that he will return to school next year: http://www.profootballweekly.com/2011/01/12/fiu-wr-hilton-returning-to-school

---------- Post added January-13th-2011 at 09:50 AM ----------

Oklahoma State QB Brandon Weeden staying in school: http://www.profootballweekly.com/2011/01/12/oklahoma-state-duo-returning-to-school

[KDawg]

I haven't been around much, been extremely busy. Can someone do me a HUGE favor? Compile a list of all the guys from each category that aren't in the OP, with links, and post them into one post so that I can update the OP?

Thanks!!

[karmacop]

I haven't been around much, been extremely busy. Can someone do me a HUGE favor? Compile a list of all the guys from each category that aren't in the OP, with links, and post them into one post so that I can update the OP?

Thanks!!

Here's my shot:

Declared:

Quarterback:

Cam Newton - Auburn ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6019964)

Running Back:

Jacquizz Rodgers - Oregon State ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6009000)
Mikel Leshoure - Illinois ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6011128)
Stevan Ridley - LSU ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6018749&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Taiwan Jones - Eastern Washington SB Nation Link
(http://seattle.sbnation.com/seattle-seahawks/2011/1/14/1935125/2011-nfl-draft-taiwan-jones-declares-eastern-washington-eagles)
Fullback:

Henry Hynoski - Pittsburgh ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6009628)

Offensive Tackle:

Nick Claytor - Georgia Tech ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/acc/post/_/id/21079/georgia-tech-ot-to-enter-nfl-draft)

Wide Receiver:

Jon Baldwin - Pittsburgh ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6009628)
Randall Cobb - Kentucky ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6018568&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Jamel Hamler - Fresno State National Football Post Link (http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Source-Fresno-States-Jamel-Hamler-declaring-for-NFL-draft.html)
Darvin Adams - Auburn ESPN Link
(http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6030598)
Defensive Tackle:

Corey Liuget - Illinois ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/22380/liugets-departure-stings-most-for-illini)
Sealver Siliga - Utah ESPN Link (http://www.espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post?id=38068)
Nick Fairley - Auburn ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6021721)
Jerrell Powe - Ole Miss Gulf Live Link (http://blog.gulflive.com/mississippi-press-sports/2010/12/ole_miss_jerrell_powe_to_enter.html)

Defensive End:

Robert Quinn - North Carolina ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5673405)

Linebacker:

Martez Wilson - Illinois ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6007747)
Justin Houston - Georgia ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6025298&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)

Cornerback:

Patrick Peterson - LSU ESPN Link
(http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6006083)
Safety:

Will Hill - Florida Orlando Sentinel Link (http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2011-01-10/sports/os-report-floridas-will-hill-draft-01102011_1_draft-analyst-hill-janoris-jenkins)
Tyler Sash - Iowa Quad City Times Link (http://qctimes.com/sports/college/big-10/iowa/article_6161df48-1ea1-11e0-828f-001cc4c002e0.html)
Jerrard Tarrant - Georgia Tech Atlanta Journal Constitution Link (http://blogs.ajc.com/georgia-tech-sports/2011/01/13/tarrant-leaving-tech-for-nfl/)

Will Not Declare:

Quarterback:

Brandon Weeden - Oklahoma State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/big12/post/_/id/24436/weeden-blackmon-coming-back-to-stillwater)
John Brantley - Florida USA Today Link (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2011/01/john-brantley-will-remain-at-florida-for-senior-season/1)
Russell Wilson - NC State ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6025799&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Terrelle Pryor - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)

Running Back:

Chris Polk - Washington ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/pac10/post/_/id/18171/polk-coming-back-at-washington)
LaMichael James - Oregon Register Guard Link (http://www.registerguard.com/csp/cms/sites/web/sports/25776564-41/james-oregon-draft-running-season.csp)
Dan Herron - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)

Wide Receiver:

Damarlo Belcher - Indiana ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/22255/indianas-belcher-to-return-for-2011)
Michael Floyd - Notre Dame ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6014722&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines)
Juron Criner - Arizona ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6013845&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
Justin Blackmon - Oklahoma State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/big12/post/_/id/24436/weeden-blackmon-coming-back-to-stillwater)
Marvin McNutt Jr. - Iowa Quad City Times Link (http://qctimes.com/sports/college/big-10/iowa/article_6161df48-1ea1-11e0-828f-001cc4c002e0.html)
T.Y. Hilton - FIU ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38090/t-y-hilton-to-stay-at-fiu)
Maquis Maze - Alabama Bleacher Report Link (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/573813-bama-loses-three-juniors-to-nfl-barron-maze-and-upshaw-stay)
Jeff Fuller - Texas A&M Houston Chronicle Link (http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/sports/college/texasam/7382336.html)
DeVier Posey - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)

Tight End:

George Bryan - NC State Scout Link (http://northcarolinastate.scout.com/2/1038422.html)
Michael Egnew - Missouri Columbia Tribune Link
(http://www.columbiatribune.com/news/2011/jan/16/big-12-avoids-early-defections-to-nfl/?tigerextra)
Center:

Michael Brewster - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6008884&campaign=rss&source=NCFHeadlines)

Offensive Tackle:

Trinton Sturdivant - Georgia Atlanta Journal Constitution Link (http://blogs.ajc.com/uga-sports-blog/2011/01/07/sturdivant-says-hell-pass-on-nfl-draft-return-for-senior-season/?cxntfid=blogs_uga_sports_blog)
Mike Adams - Ohio State ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)

Offensive Guard:

Cordy Glenn - Georgia Sports Illustrated Link
(http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/wires/01/12/2060.ap.fbc.georgia.boykin.glenn.0140/)
Linebacker:

Sean Spence - Miami ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37839/no-nfl-draft-for-miamis-forston-spence)
Danny Trevathan - Kentucky Courier Journal Link (http://blogs.courier-journal.com/ukfan/2011/01/14/danny-trevathan-returning/)
Courtney Upshaw - Alabama Bleacher Report Link (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/573813-bama-loses-three-juniors-to-nfl-barron-maze-and-upshaw-stay)
Dont'a Hightower - Alabama Birmingham News Link (http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/01/alabama_defensive_bj_scott_wil.html)

Defensive Tackle:

Marcus Forston - Miami ESPN Link (http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/37839/no-nfl-draft-for-miamis-forston-spence)
Jared Crick - Nebraska ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6013386&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)

Defensive End:

Vinny Curry - Marshall Register Herald Link (http://www.register-herald.com/collegesports/x1733412158/Herd-defensive-end-Curry-will-return-for-senior-year)
Solomon Thomas - Ohio State ESPN Link
(http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/38309/suspended-buckeyes-keeping-their-word)
Quinton Coples - North Carolina American Chronicle Link (http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/yb/154636490)
Cornerback:

Shaun Prater - Iowa ESPN Link (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6012739&campaign=rss&source=NCFHeadlines)
Brandon Boykin - Georgia Sports Illustrated Link (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/wires/01/12/2060.ap.fbc.georgia.boykin.glenn.0140/)

Safety:

Winston Guy - Kentucky Courier Journal Link (http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20110114/SPORTS03/301140077/Top+tacklers+Trevathan+and+Guy+to+return+to+Kentuc ky+football)
Mark Barron - Alabama Birmingham News Link (http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/01/mark_barron_announces_he_will.html)
Kenny Tate - Maryland SB Nation Link (http://dc.sbnation.com/2011/1/18/1941784/maryland-safety-kenny-tate-will-reportedly-return-for-senior-season)

[Champskins]

Randall Cobb, WR/PR, Kentucky
Height: 5-11. Weight: 188.
Projected 40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round (2012): 4-6.
A mid-round prospect, Randall Cobb probably made a mistake declaring for the 2011 NFL Draft.

The Verdict: Bad move

http://www.walterfootball.com/draft2011underclassmen.php

[Dukes and Skins]

Randall Cobb, WR/PR, Kentucky
Height: 5-11. Weight: 188.
Projected 40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round (2012): 4-6.
A mid-round prospect, Randall Cobb probably made a mistake declaring for the 2011 NFL Draft.

The Verdict: Bad move

http://www.walterfootball.com/draft2011underclassmen.php


I don't call it bad some have him projected in the top 100 picks and he's a good slot type receiver. If we had a big guy already and we may have it with Kelly I'd look at him but I'd rather let our guys develop first then go from there. Not a bad move for Cobb and he'll make a nice wild cat/slot receiver at the next level

[karmacop]

RB Stevan Ridley of LSU is entering the draft. I've updated my post above (#144) to reflect this and Randall Cobb.

[Champskins]

RB Stevan Ridley of LSU is entering the draft. I've updated my post above (#144) to reflect this and Randall Cobb.

Thanks Karmacop for updating.... when I find them I will notify you

[RocketCitySkins]

Nick Fairley is holding a press conference at 11 am CT tomorrow where he played high school football. No brainer what the outcome of that one will be.

[Hitman21ST]

Nick Fairley is holding a press conference at 11 am CT tomorrow where he played high school football. No brainer what the outcome of that one will be.

Him and Cam are staying one more year :silly:

[RocketCitySkins]

Him and Cam are staying one more year :silly:

Not 100% sure about Cam. Hearing that the back injury during the BCS game could be serious. Not sure what it's called but a disc popped out of place. But I still think he will go Pro.

[praise_gibbs]

Cam Newton is entering the NFL draft

---------- Post added January-13th-2011 at 09:20 PM ----------

bawahahahaha!


Cam Newton to enter NFL Draft. That sound you hear
is everyone racing to keyboards to type "He's going to take a paycut"

[Chicken Fried]

Not 100% sure about Cam. Hearing that the back injury during the BCS game could be serious. Not sure what it's called but a disc popped out of place. But I still think he will go Pro.

Herniated disc? He looked like he was in a lot of pain. That could come back to hurt his draft stock because those back injuries unfortunately can linger.

[VetMinimum+Incentives]

Cam Newton officially declared tonight.

http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE70D0L820110114

[karmacop]

Updated my post (#144) to add Cam Newton. I'll likely be adding Fairley to it soon as well.

[Champskins]

Karmacop:

Stevan Ridley, RB, LSU
Height: 6-0. Weight: 223.
Projected 40 Time: 4.60.
Projected Round (2011): 5-7.
Stevan Ridley is a power back who doesn't offer much in the passing game.

The Verdict: Bad move

[karmacop]

Just updated my earlier post with another early departure - Jerrard Tarrant from Georgia Tech.

Also, Kentucky LB Danny Trevathan is not declaring.

[skinzwiz]

Karmacop:

Stevan Ridley, RB, LSU
Height: 6-0. Weight: 223.
Projected 40 Time: 4.60.
Projected Round (2011): 5-7.
Stevan Ridley is a power back who doesn't offer much in the passing game.

The Verdict: Bad move
If you watch Ridley this year, he's like Arian Foster. He's not going to wow you with special ability, but he sees the holes, gets north andd south quickly, and breaks through arm tackles. I would not be surprised if the skins pick him up because that does fit our current running system. He's also quicker than people give him credit.

---------- Post added January-14th-2011 at 12:37 PM ----------


Just updated my earlier post with another early departure - Jerrard Tarrant from Georgia Tech.

Also, Kentucky LB Danny Trevathan is not declaring.
Jarrard Tarrant was a CB that was moved to safety to fill the void that GT had on their roster. He might be a surprise gem at FS. I think he has good ball skills.

[Champskins]

Nick Fairley, DE/DT, Auburn
Height: 6-4. Weight: 299.
Projected 40 Time: 4.95.
Projected Round (2011): Top 2 Pick.
If Nick Fairley isn't taken by the Panthers, he'll be headed for Denver.

The Verdict: No-brainer


Auburn’s Nick Fairley enters NFL draft
Posted by Michael David Smith on January 14, 2011, 12:40 PM EST
A day after Auburn quarterback Cam Newton announced that he was entering the NFL draft, Auburn defensive tackle Nick Fairley followed suit.

Fairley isn’t quite as well known as Newton, but Fairley is generally considered a better pro prospect, and possibly the first overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft, if the Carolina Panthers take a liking to him.

The 6-foot-5, 298-pound Fairley won the Lombardi Award as college football’s best lineman or linebacker and led the SEC in sacks (11.5) and tackles for loss (24).

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/14/auburns-nick-fairley-enters-nfl-draft/

[karmacop]

Added Nick Fairley to my earlier post.

Also added yet another running back, Eastern Washington's Taiwan Jones.

[stevemcqueen1]

Does anyone have any word on Justin Houston? Did he say he was going to go back to school or is he still deciding?

EDIT: Ditto for Jon Baldwin. Has he made a decision yet?

EDIT #2: NM, I just saw that he declared in your post karmacop.

[Champskins]

Does anyone have any word on Justin Houston? Did he say he was going to go back to school or is he still deciding?

EDIT: Ditto for Jon Baldwin. Has he made a decision yet?

EDIT #2: NM, I just saw that he declared in your post karmacop.


The deadline for underclassmen to enter the NFL draft is Saturday, which means the clock is ticking for Georgia outside linebacker Justin Houston’s decision.

- Mark Richt, coach, is trying to get him to stay though

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Does anyone have any word on Justin Houston? Did he say he was going to go back to school or is he still deciding?
He's still deciding.

[Champskins]

Florida safety Will Hill has decided to turn pro, meaning the Gators held onto one of their top junior defensive backs thinking about making the jump to the NFL.

http://espn.go.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/19126/floridas-will-hill-turning-pro

CAREER STATS
TACKLES = 132
FUMBLES FORCED = 1
INTERCEPTIONS = 4


Birth Date March 7, 1990
Hometown WEST ORANGE, NJ
Height 6-1
Weight 207 lbs.
Age 20
Class Junior


edit: nevermind, looks like you already got him in there Karmacop

[HailfrmDEN]

Shane Vereen. A fast running back. Torain and him could kill buddy.

[karmacop]

Another Kentucky player returning to school: S Winston Guy. Added to post #144.

[karmacop]

Quarterback John Brantley of Florida is staying in school. Added to my previous post.

[karmacop]

LaMichael James recently reaffirmed his decision to stay at Oregon, so I've added him to the "not declaring" list.

---------- Post added January-15th-2011 at 01:06 PM ----------

Alabama safety Mark Barron also returning, and added to my list.

[karmacop]

Two Alabama players staying in school as well - WR Marquis Maze and LB Courtney Upshaw. Updated on my earlier post.

[karmacop]

Updated my list with two more players, Justin Houston (declaring) and Russell Wilson (not declaring).

[Dukes and Skins]

Updated my list with two more players, Justin Houston (declaring) and Russell Wilson (not declaring).

Just saw that with Houston it'll be interesting to see where he ends up because I have him late 1st but he could slip to the mid 2nd who knows right now

[karmacop]

Added another player staying in school - Jeff Fuller at A&M.

And another player declaring - Jamel Hamler, wide receiver at Fresno State.

[SkinsTerpsFan]

Kenny Tate, Safety at Maryland should be added to the watch list. There's no news on whether he's declared or not yet.

[HigSkin]

I didn't see this Auburn WR on the last page....

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6030598

Darvin Adams entering NFL draft

[styx491]

I thought AU's Fairley declared, but he's listed in the "have not yet" section.

[Dukes and Skins]

I thought AU's Fairley declared, but he's listed in the "have not yet" section.

He has just hasn't been updated yet since he's declared

[karmacop]

I didn't see this Auburn WR on the last page....

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6030598

Darvin Adams entering NFL draft

Added to my update post (#144).

---------- Post added January-18th-2011 at 09:47 AM ----------

Also added TE George Bryan of NC State as returning to school.

[Dukes and Skins]

Per Twitter Kenny Tate is returning for his senior year

@RealRedskins
Rich Tandler
Deadline passed, Tate not on list. RT @sbnationdc: Maryland safety Tate will reportedly return for his senior season. http://sbn.to/dZ2PN2

[karmacop]

Per Twitter Kenny Tate is returning for his senior year

@RealRedskins
Rich Tandler
Deadline passed, Tate not on list. RT @sbnationdc: Maryland safety Tate will reportedly return for his senior season. http://sbn.to/dZ2PN2

Haven't seen definite confirmation yet, but for now will put Tate on the list as returning. I'll continue to look for more direct confirmation in the meantime.

Also, I've added the five suspended Ohio State players as all returning, as they promised. An ESPN blog post says that all five have "appeared" to have kept their word to return. We'll know for sure soon, and I'm keeping my eyes out for word on them as well. But for now, I've put all five on my "not declaring" list.

[karmacop]

KDawg, I saw you had Robert Quinn as undecided. I did a quick search, and he's definitely in the draft, although not so much on his own accord but because he was ruled ineligible for the entire 2011 season for taking illegal benefits. So I added him to the "declared" list as a defensive end, with a link to an article explaining his sanction.

[BRAVEONAWARPATH]

Per Twitter Kenny Tate is returning for his senior year

@RealRedskins
Rich Tandler
Deadline passed, Tate not on list. RT @sbnationdc: Maryland safety Tate will reportedly return for his senior season. http://sbn.to/dZ2PN2
As a Terrapin fan, I'm relieved.

[karmacop]

Also added Ole Miss DT Jerrell Powe to the declared list. He declared so long ago that we missed him. He could have come back as a fifth-year senior, but decided to enter the draft.

---------- Post added January-18th-2011 at 01:34 PM ----------

Added three more returning to school: Michael Egnew at Missouri, Quinton Coples at UNC, and Dont'a Hightower at Alabama.

[KDawg]

Powe was already in the OP. Going to try to update this today.

karma, can you do me a favor? Hit edit on your post and copy it with all of the HTML language in it and PM it to me. With the link shortcuts I'd have to click each link to update the OP.

I'll definitely give credit to you in the OP for your hard work, but I really don't feel like going through and click all of those links :ols:

[karmacop]

Powe was already in the OP. Going to try to update this today.

karma, can you do me a favor? Hit edit on your post and copy it with all of the HTML language in it and PM it to me. With the link shortcuts I'd have to click each link to update the OP.

I'll definitely give credit to you in the OP for your hard work, but I really don't feel like going through and click all of those links :ols:

Just sent it along. Let me know if it works.

[KDawg]

It didn't but I figured out a way to do it anyways. Apparently I wasn't thinking very clearly this morning :ols:

---------- Post added January-19th-2011 at 10:12 AM ----------

List is fully updated.

[Dukes and Skins]

As a Terrapin fan, I'm relieved.

As a Redskins fan I am as well. Tate in 2011

[karmacop]

It didn't but I figured out a way to do it anyways. Apparently I wasn't thinking very clearly this morning :ols:

---------- Post added January-19th-2011 at 10:12 AM ----------

List is fully updated.

Nice! Looks good! Thanks for the shout-out too. :cool:

[HailfrmDEN]

I think we should look at Herzlich the linebacker from Boston College. He had cancer and lost alot of weight. His season before getting cancer was amazing. 110 tackles in college for one year is crazy. I am sure he is rebuilding what he lost in size from treatment. I have not heard anyone speak of him, so if we end up with a third for Haynesworth and we take a NT with it, I hope we pick this guy.

[karmacop]

Now that the official list has come out, there's another surprise addition. Backup defensive back Javes Lewis at Orgeon has declared. Here's the Link (http://oregon.247sports.com/Article/Javes-Lewis-enters-NFL-draft-11941).

Also, I've noticed that some of the "official" lists of declared players include the two senior UNC players that were declared permanently ineligible along with Robert Quinn. I'm not sure why, since they were kicked off the team as seniors, but they are DL Marvin Austin and WR Greg Little. Just mentioned this, KDawg, in case you felt like adding them in, since (as I said) a number of the official lists are including them.

[HigSkin]

Here's a pretty comprehensive list of 56 now eligible players.

http://fans.redskinsrule.com/_Getting-drafty-in-here/blog/3256446/54110.html