Official Declared Juniors Thread

[DraftBoy]

Pretty simple, this thread is official declarations, and we have our first one. Also post speculations from credible sources, however neither I nor X-Era will update this post without linked confirmation. Post away from sources but we will not edit without a link.

Declaring:

QB Blaine Gabbert- Mizzou (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/03/mizzou-qb-blaine-gabbert-heading-to-nfl/)
QB Ryan Mallett- Arkansas (http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_LANG=C&DB_OEM_ID=6100&ATCLID=205072990)
QB Cam Newton- Auburn (http://auburntigers.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011311aab.html)
RB Jordan Toddman- UConn (http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=CFB&id=130047&line=18235&spln=1)
RB Shane Vereen- Cal (http://www.csnphilly.com/01/02/11/Staying-or-going/landing_eagleeye.html?blockID=383454&feedID=2369)
RB Darren Evans- Virginia Tech (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/06/hokies-rb-darren-evans-opts-for-nfl/)
RB Mark Ingram- Alabama (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5996836)
RB Jamie Harper- Clemson (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6000409)
RB Ryan Williams- Virginia Tech (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6005454)
RB John Clay- Wisconsin (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5nGYHLeB2g)
RB Jacquizz Rodgers- Oregon State (http://ncaafootball.fanhouse.com/2011/01/10/jacquizz-rodgers-declares-for-nfl-draft/)
RB Mike LeShoure- Illinois (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/11/as-expected-rb-leshoure-leaving-illini-for-nfl/)
RB Dion Lewis- Pitt (http://www.pittsburghpanthers.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011011aab.html)
RB Taiwan Jones- Eastern Washington (http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2011/jan/14/taiwan-jones-entering-nfl-draft/)
RB Steven Ridley- LSU (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/13/lsu-rb-ridley-leaves-early-geauxs-to-nfl/)
FB Henry Hynoski- Pitt (http://www.pittsburghpanthers.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011011aab.html)
WR AJ Green- Georgia (http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/1/6/1919971/report-georgias-a-j-green-justin-houston-brandon-boykin-declaring)
WR Julio Jones- Alabama (http://twitter.com/ChaseGoodbread/statuses/23441529733386240)
WR Johnathan Balbwin- Pitt (http://www.pittsburghpanthers.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011011aab.html)
WR Randall Cobb- Kentucky (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/13/cobb-sets-sail-from-kentucky-for-nfl/)
WR Jamel Hamler- Fresno State (http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Source-Fresno-States-Jamel-Hamler-declaring-for-NFL-draft.html)
WR Johnathan Baldwin- Pitt (http://cle.scout.com/2/1030343.html)
WR A.J. Green- Georgia (http://www.wsbtv.com/sports/26248706/detail.html)
WR DeAndre Brown- Southern Miss (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/12/31/aaron-williams-deandre-brown-enter-nfl-draft/)
WR Tori Gurley- South Carolina (http://www.midlandsconnect.com/sports/story.aspx?id=561874)
WR Torrey Smith- Maryland (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/40846065/ns/sports-player_news/)
WR Tandon Doss- Indiana (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/03/tandon-doss-latest-to-put-an-early-end-to-collegiate-career/)
WR Vidal Hazelton- Cinnci (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/12/27/hazelton-makes-it-official-wrs-leaving-bearcats-for-nfl/)
TE Kyle Rudolph- Notre Dame (http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/on-down-the-line-notre-dame-football/2011/01/looks-like-kyle-rudolph-has-outrun-his-last-michigan-db.html)
OT Tyron Smith- USC (http://twitter.com/#%21/BFeldmanESPN/status/14797612452413440)
OT Nick Claytor- Georgia Tech (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/lineman-says-see-ya-claytor-to-georgia-tech-hello-to-nfl/)
DT Marcel Dareus- Alabama (http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/01/alabama_de_marcell_dareus_will.html)
DT Muhammad Wilkerson- Temple (http://phillysportsdaily.com/college/2010/12/31/temples-muhammad-wilkerson-to-declare-for-nfl-draft/)
DT Jerrell Powe-Ole Miss (http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20101205/SPORTS030103/12050339/Ole-Miss-DT-Powe-nearing-24-will-turn-pro)
DT Jurrell Casey- USC (http://twitter.com/#%21/BFeldmanESPN/status/14797612452413440)
DT Lawrence Guy- Arizona State (http://www.azcentral.com/sports/articles/2011/01/08/20110108asu-football-lawrence-guy-nfl-draft.html)
DT Corey Liuget- Illinois (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/liuget-latest-to-leave-illini-for-nfl/)
DT Sealver Siligi- Utah (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/utes-lose-another-defensive-starter-to-nfl/)
DT Nick Fairley- Auburn (http://annistonstar.com/view/full_story/11016996/article-Auburn-s-Fairley-declares-for-NFL-draft?instance=sports_main_auburn)
DE Aldon Smith- Mizzou (http://kbiasportsextra.wordpress.com/2011/01/07/aldon-smith-declares-for-nfl-draft/)
DE Zane Parr- Virginia (http://voices.washingtonpost.com/cavaliers-journal/2011/01/virginia_de_zane_parr_to_decla.html)
DE J.J. Watt- Wisconsin (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5995901)
DE Da'Quan Bowers- Clemson (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5992700)
LB Martez Wilson- Illinois (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6007747)
OLB Thomas Keiser- Stanford (http://www.stanforddaily.com/2011/01/06/breaking-tom-keiser-to-enter-nfl-draft/)
OLB- Justin Houston- Georgia (http://www.georgiadogs.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011511aaa.html)
OLB Akeem Ayers- UCLA (http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/ncf/news/story?id=5986217&campaign=rss&source=NCFHeadlines)
OLB Justin Houston- Georgia (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6025298&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines)
CB Patrick Peterson- LSU (http://www.wafb.com/global/story.asp?s=13812136)
CB Brandon Harris- Miami (http://miami.247sports.com/Article/CB-Harris-is-Leaving-for-the-NFL-Draft-10254)
CB Brandon Burton- Utah (http://www.deseretnews.com/article/700097146/Utah-football-Cornerback-Brandon-Burton-will-enter-NFL-Draft.html)
CB Aaron Williams- Texas (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/12/31/aaron-williams-deandre-brown-enter-nfl-draft/)
S Rahim Moore- UCLA (http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/nfl/news/story?id=5998203)
S Robert Sands- West Virginia (http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/201101070757)
S Tyler Sash- Iowa (http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Iowas-Tyler-Sash-to-enter-the-NFL-draft.html)
S Jerrard Tarrant- Georgia Tech (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/14/georgia-tech-takes-another-early-entry-hit/)
S Will Hill- Florida (http://www.onlygators.com/01/05/2011/will-hill-to-forgo-senior-season-enter-nfl-draft/)

Staying in school:

QB Nick Foles- Arizona (http://tucsoncitizen.com/sports-news/2010/12/17/nick-foles-plans-to-return-to-arizona-wildcats-in-2011/)
QB Terrelle Pryor- Ohio State (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5792515)
QB Andrew Luck- Stanford (http://www.gostanford.com/sports/m-f...010611aac.html)
RB Marc Tyler- USC (http://www.collegefantasyfootballinsider.com/news/24407/Marc-Tyler-coming-back-2-others-are-not)
RB Chris Polk- Washington (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/huskies-get-rb-polk-for-another-season/)
RB LaMichael James- Cal (http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=ap-t25-oregon-james)
WR Nelson Rosario- UCLA (http://www.ocregister.com/sports/draft-278249-rosario-ayers.html)
WR Malcolm Floyd- Notre Dame (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/luck-of-the-irish-wr-floyd-to-return-for-one-more-year/)
WR Marvin McNutt- Iowa (http://thegazette.com/2011/01/12/mcnutt-sticks-with-hawkeyes/)
WR Ryan Broyles- Oklahoma (http://www.newsok.com/ous-ryan-broyles-will-return-in-2011/article/3530025)
WR Brandon Weeden- Oklahoma State (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/weeden-blackmon-staying-at-oklahoma-state/)
WR- Justin Blackmon- Oklahoma State (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/weeden-blackmon-staying-at-oklahoma-state/)
OT Matt Reynolds- BYU (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports...return-to-byu/)
G Cordy Glenn- Georgia (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/wires/01/12/2060.ap.fbc.georgia.boykin.glenn.0140/)
C Michael Brewster- Ohio State (http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/sports/stories/2011/01/10/0110-brewster-to-return-to-ohio-state.html?sid=101)
DE Jared Crick- Nebraska (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/12/crick-returning-to-huskers-for-another-season/)
ILB Dont'a Hightower- Alabama (http://www.tuscaloosanews.com/article/20110107/NEWS/110109699/1011?Title=Ingram-Dareus-Jones-going-pro-Hightower-returning)
CB Janoris Jenkins- Florida (http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6007514)
CB Shaun Prater- Iowa (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/11/all-big-ten-corner-returning-to-hawkeyes/)
CB Alfonzo Dennard- Neb (http://www.omaha.com/article/20101226/BIGRED/712269870)
CB Brandon Boykin- Georgia (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/football/ncaa/wires/01/12/2060.ap.fbc.georgia.boykin.glenn.0140/)
S Mark Barron- Alabama (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/15/db-barron-confirms-hes-returning-to-the-tide/)

[DraftBoy]

Jerrell Powe Declares;
http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20101205/SPORTS030103/12050339/Ole-Miss-DT-Powe-nearing-24-will-turn-pro

[DraftBoy]

Former Wisconsin star RB Ron Danye to current RB John Clay "Stay in school"

http://host.madison.com/sports/college/football/article_98629f16-fe83-11df-8ab2-001cc4c002e0.html

[DraftBoy]

UCLA LB Akeem Ayers looking to enter the draft, WR Nelson Rosario staying;
http://www.ocregister.com/sports/draft-278249-rosario-ayers.html

[psubills62]

Former Wisconsin star RB Ron Danye to current RB John Clay "Stay in school"

http://host.madison.com/sports/college/football/article_98629f16-fe83-11df-8ab2-001cc4c002e0.html

Clay has the option? Seems like he's been in school forever, thought he was a senior this year.

[DraftBoy]

Maryland WR Torrey Smith leaning to declare S Kenny Tate looking to stay;
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/terrapins-insider/2010/12/marylands_smith_tate_and_the_n.html

[madness]

DB, help me out here. Why in the world would any Junior declare at this point? Yes, there will be a draft but it is my understanding there will be no rookie contracts without a new CBA as well. So not only will they not be playing football, but they'd have to solely rely on other income such as endorsements, etc. Is that correct?

[DraftBoy]

DB, help me out here. Why in the world would any Junior declare at this point? Yes, there will be a draft but it is my understanding there will be no rookie contracts without a new CBA as well. So not only will they not be playing football, but they'd have to solely rely on other income such as endorsements, etc. Is that correct?

Great question, the answer is that they are weighing risk v. reward. There is speculation that regardless of a lockout or not the CBA may give a one year waiting period till the rookie cap is installed, not guaranteed but its a consideration.

So if you fear that you wait, risk injury, and potentially come into a rookie cap league then maybe you leave early and potentially sit out a full season.

[madness]

Great question, the answer is that they are weighing risk v. reward. There is speculation that regardless of a lockout or not the CBA may give a one year waiting period till the rookie cap is installed, not guaranteed but its a consideration.

So if you fear that you wait, risk injury, and potentially come into a rookie cap league then maybe you leave early and potentially sit out a full season.

That certainly makes sense. Thank you. :up:

[X-Era]

Pretty simple, this thread is official declarations, and we have our first one. Also post speculations from credible sources, however neither I nor X-Era will update this post without linked confirmation. Post away from sources but we will not edit without a link.

DT Jerrell Powe-Ole MissI was away this weekend... well done.

[scartown]

Vidal Hazelton per his twitter

[scartown]

WR Jonathan Baldwin

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/story/14405735/pitt-receiver-baldwin-planning-to-declare-for-nfl-draft

[psubills62]

Just a head-up, DB, apparently a couple juniors at PSU are thinking about going pro. Nothing official yet, they'll probably put their names in with the advisory committee, but I'm guessing they won't hear good things back. The main name I've heard is Devon Still (he's got a kid he needs to support). I wouldn't be surprised if Derek Moye (said he was coming back) and D'Anton Lynn put their names in with the committee either, but that's mostly my own speculation.

Out of curiosity, if Still did enter the draft, where would you see him being picked? I think he'd be a decent 3-4 DE, personally, but I thought that about Odrick too and I know you disagreed.

Sorry to put this in the "official" thread, wasn't sure where else to put it without starting a new thread (which seemed to be a waste).

[DesertFox24]

DB,

Did you say you did not like Odrick as a 34 DE? I am just wondering why.

[methos4ever]

http://twitter.com/#!/BFeldmanESPN/status/14797612452413440

USC DT Jurrell Casey and OT Tyron Smith, both first-team All-Pac-10 players, are entering the NFL draft, bypassing their SR seasons.

[DraftBoy]

DB,

Did you say you did not like Odrick as a 34 DE? I am just wondering why.

Not a fan of his ability to stand up at the POA on the outside when dealing with more athletic OT's.

[DraftBoy]

http://twitter.com/#!/BFeldmanESPN/status/14797612452413440

Both have 1st round potential. Casey is higher rated as of now, but watch Smith, his stock could sky rocket.

[scartown]

Both have 1st round potential. Casey is higher rated as of now, but watch Smith, his stock could sky rocket.

You are correct Tyron Smith will be high on a lot of draft boards come April.

[methos4ever]

Both have 1st round potential. Casey is higher rated as of now, but watch Smith, his stock could sky rocket.

He's 280 right now isn't he? I see Bunting compares him to Ferguson, but would a team put a top ten pick toward a guy who cannot block anything but zone?

[X-Era]

Johnathan Baldwin declaring:

http://cle.scout.com/2/1030343.html

[X-Era]

Kyle Rudolph and Michael Floyd have asked for evals.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/538396-notre-dames-rudolph-and-floyd-ask-for-draft-evaluation

As will several Mizzou Tigers:


"Missouri defensive ends Aldon and Jacquies Smith and quarterback Blaine Gabbert and tight end Michael Egnew told PowerMizzou.com Sunday that they will enter their names for consideration in the 2011 NFL draft."

Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/12/12/2515520/missouri-stars-to-test-nfl-interest.html?source=rss_teams_Missouri_Tigers#ixzz18BFETUlR


Case Keenum will ask for a 6th year of eligibility:

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5918756&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

[DraftBoy]

He's 280 right now isn't he? I see Bunting compares him to Ferguson, but would a team put a top ten pick toward a guy who cannot block anything but zone?

He's listed at 280 but he doesnt look it. He looks closer to 300 and is super athletic. Im not sold on the Ferguson comparison yet, but I can see a few similarities.

The thing with ZBS guys isn't the fact that they only played in the scheme, its other stuff you look for like field awareness, can they spot blitzers coming from the 2nd level? Is there head on a constant swivel, how's their footwork?

You can test the other stuff like how fast their kick step is, how strong they are, etc.

The thing that hurt Bruce Campbell though most of all was just a complete lack of experience.

[DraftBoy]

Kyle Rudolph and Michael Floyd have asked for evals.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/538396-notre-dames-rudolph-and-floyd-ask-for-draft-evaluation

As will several Mizzou Tigers:


"Missouri defensive ends Aldon and Jacquies Smith and quarterback Blaine Gabbert and tight end Michael Egnew told PowerMizzou.com Sunday that they will enter their names for consideration in the 2011 NFL draft."

Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/12/12/2515520/missouri-stars-to-test-nfl-interest.html?source=rss_teams_Missouri_Tigers#ixzz18BFETUlR


Case Keenum will ask for a 6th year of eligibility:

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5918756&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

Floyd is as good as gone, Id be shocked if Rudolph left early though.

[psubills62]

UConn's RB Jordan Todman and DT Kendall Reyes have submitted paperwork to the board.

[WeAreArthurMoates]

Kyle Rudolph and Michael Floyd have asked for evals.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/538396-notre-dames-rudolph-and-floyd-ask-for-draft-evaluation

As will several Mizzou Tigers:


"Missouri defensive ends Aldon and Jacquies Smith and quarterback Blaine Gabbert and tight end Michael Egnew told PowerMizzou.com Sunday that they will enter their names for consideration in the 2011 NFL draft."

Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2010/12/12/2515520/missouri-stars-to-test-nfl-interest.html?source=rss_teams_Missouri_Tigers#ixzz18BFETUlR


Case Keenum will ask for a 6th year of eligibility:

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5918756&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

I would flip shiznit if Gabbert ended up declaring, getting him in the late 1st early second is absolutely ideal. He's the perfect guy for Fitz to groom for a year or two.

[X-Era]

I would flip shiznit if Gabbert ended up declaring, getting him in the late 1st early second is absolutely ideal. He's the perfect guy for Fitz to groom for a year or two.I'd have no problem with drafting him.

[DraftBoy]

I'd have no problem with drafting him.

Id have a big problem with spending that high of a pick on him.

[DraftBoy]

Arizona QB Nick Foles staying in school;
http://tucsoncitizen.com/sports-news/2010/12/17/nick-foles-plans-to-return-to-arizona-wildcats-in-2011/

[X-Era]

Id have a big problem with spending that high of a pick on him.I wouldn't see him going late 1, but in the 2nd round, I wouldn't mind. he was inconsistent this year because he still is developing. But I strill like him better than Locker based on what we've seen (not potential). I think he would be a very good fit due to his size, arm strength, and familiarity with spread sets and the shotgun that we seem to want to run so much. I like his ability to read defenses and go through progressions and I like that he shown an ability to make something happen with his arm or feet when he rolls out. To me, he should go back to school and show he can gain more poise in the pocket, he seemed to get happy feet and would pull it down to early at times. And like I said, I think he can further develop his decision making a.l.a. Mallett.

But if he declares, I'd love to have him develop both those areas under Fitz and Chan. I really like what I think he can become.

[X-Era]

Marc Tyler, RB, USC staying as is Terrelle Pryor, QB, Ohio State

Links above.

[SaviorEdwards]

speaking of ohio state, I'm glad Nathan Williams has decided to not even put his paper work in for the NFL and he is staying. Chris Spielman was saying on his radio show that he thought he was the only NFL ready Buckeye this year.

[DraftBoy]

speaking of ohio state, I'm glad Nathan Williams has decided to not even put his paper work in for the NFL and he is staying. Chris Spielman was saying on his radio show that he thought he was the only NFL ready Buckeye this year.

Deadline hasn't passed to submit their paperwork. Plenty of prospects wait till post bowl game to do so.

[X-Era]

Florida safety Will Hill had this to say on his Twitter:

#Gators (http://twitter.com/#%21/search?q=%23Gators) Will Hill "farewell uf" message on facebook can be seen here: http://on.fb.me/i4pw6A

I won't update the list yet... could mean he's declaring.

[DraftBoy]

Florida safety Will Hill had this to say on his Twitter:

#Gators (http://twitter.com/#%21/search?q=%23Gators) Will Hill "farewell uf" message on facebook can be seen here: http://on.fb.me/i4pw6A

I won't update the list yet... could mean he's declaring.

Not buying it right now. Ive heard too many conflicting reports on him.

[SaviorEdwards]

Deadline hasn't passed to submit their paperwork. Plenty of prospects wait till post bowl game to do so.
Buckeyes' center Mike Brewster among five Ohio State juniors who asked for NFL evaluations

Published: Wednesday, December 15, 2010, 4:52 PM Updated: Wednesday, December 15, 2010, 9:45 PM
By Doug Lesmerises, The Plain Dealer

GROVE CITY, Ohio -- Ohio State center Mike Brewster was one of two Buckeyes to earn first-team All-American honors this season. Wednesday, he confirmed he was one of five juniors to submit paperwork to the NFL to have his draft status evaluated.

A bit surprisingly, defensive end Nathan Williams said he was not one of the five, choosing to skip the process because he said it was too much of a hassle and he was going to come back for his senior year, no matter what.

Ohio State coach Jim Tressel said Tuesday how many players had taken that step, but he declined to name them. In years past, the coach has sometimes spilled the beans on the names and other times kept it to himself.

Frankly, getting the information from the NFL isn't that big of a deal. In the previous four years, four, 13, six and 10 juniors asked for the evaluation, which only gives players an educated guess at where they'd go in the draft within a two-round range.

Continued..................

[Ickybaluky]

Deadline hasn't passed to submit their paperwork. Plenty of prospects wait till post bowl game to do so.

I think a lot of guys are going to wait to see what happens with the CBA. If the CBA is extended, you will see a lot more guys come out. If it is not, then some Juniors might decide to stay in school another year.

The CBA extension is big for trades as well. You won't be able to make trades involving players before the draft unless the CBA is extended. You can trade draft picks for draft picks, but not players for players or players for draft picks (minus a CBA extension).

[DraftBoy]

I think a lot of guys are going to wait to see what happens with the CBA. If the CBA is extended, you will see a lot more guys come out. If it is not, then some Juniors might decide to stay in school another year.

The CBA extension is big for trades as well. You won't be able to make trades involving players before the draft unless the CBA is extended. You can trade draft picks for draft picks, but not players for players or players for draft picks (minus a CBA extension).

Also if the CBA is not extended there will be no UDFA pickups.

[X-Era]

I think a lot of guys are going to wait to see what happens with the CBA. If the CBA is extended, you will see a lot more guys come out. If it is not, then some Juniors might decide to stay in school another year.

The CBA extension is big for trades as well. You won't be able to make trades involving players before the draft unless the CBA is extended. You can trade draft picks for draft picks, but not players for players or players for draft picks (minus a CBA extension).Well, they have about 23 days to decide, so the CBA won't be decided before their decision point (Jan 15th), IMO.

Sounds good in theory, but because the timing won't be right, it will probably have little impact.

[DraftBoy]

Well, they have about 23 days to decide, so the CBA won't be decided before their decision point (Jan 15th), IMO.

Sounds good in theory, but because the timing won't be right, it will probably have little impact.

Its already had a massive impact. Nick Saban called all his draft eligible players in for a meeting and told them not to leave early because of the CBA issues. Coaches around the country are using this is as big time leverage and its working. Looking how small the list is as of now.

[X-Era]

Its already had a massive impact. Nick Saban called all his draft eligible players in for a meeting and told them not to leave early because of the CBA issues. Coaches around the country are using this is as big time leverage and its working. Looking how small the list is as of now.The reason is disagree is this.

The days of the huge rookie contracts are over. That ended when the owners opted to end the current CBA. I think it's pretty much a foregone conclusion that any draftee this year and in the future will have a contract which fits into the new rookie wage scale. So, money wouldn't seem to be the issue.

The only viable reason to stay because of the CBA situation would be if the draftees believed there was going to be a work stoppage. Why sit at home for part of next season when you could be playing football for your college.

As far as the pace at which these players are declaring, I would think the major reason is that we haven't gone through all the bowl games yet. I think we will see the pace pickup after X-mas and when we get into early Jan.

Just my :2cents:

[DraftBoy]

The reason is disagree is this.

The days of the huge rookie contracts are over. That ended when the owners opted to end the current CBA. I think it's pretty much a foregone conclusion that any draftee this year and in the future will have a contract which fits into the new rookie wage scale. So, money wouldn't seem to be the issue.

The only viable reason to stay because of the CBA situation would be if the draftees believed there was going to be a work stoppage. Why sit at home for part of next season when you could be playing football for your college.

As far as the pace at which these players are declaring, I would think the major reason is that we haven't gone through all the bowl games yet. I think we will see the pace pickup after X-mas and when we get into early Jan.

Just my :2cents:

You realize no CBA means that no rookie will get a contract, so any kid who leaves early is going to be sitting home broke right?

The draftees better damn well believe there is gonna be a work stoppage, because that's how bad the situation is. Which is what every coach in the country is telling their kids.

[X-Era]

You realize no CBA means that no rookie will get a contract, so any kid who leaves early is going to be sitting home broke right?

The draftees better damn well believe there is gonna be a work stoppage, because that's how bad the situation is. Which is what every coach in the country is telling their kids.Yeah, I guess I just think that the potential loss of money for the owners and players will get them to an agreement well before next season. Obviously I could be wrong but everyone stands to lose a lot out of this.

But yes, no CBA means no contract I see that.

[DraftBoy]

Yeah, I guess I just think that the potential loss of money for the owners and players will get them to an agreement well before next season. Obviously I could be wrong but everyone stands to lose a lot out of this.

But yes, no CBA means no contract I see that.

Those loses (for the owners) can be made up quickly, especially with the expanded revenues from an 18 game season.

[X-Era]

Those loses (for the owners) can be made up quickly, especially with the expanded revenues from an 18 game season. Doesn't the each team get an additional bye? If so, were talking about on regular season game replacing 2 preseason games.

[DraftBoy]

Doesn't the each team get an additional bye? If so, were talking about on regular season game replacing 2 preseason games.

Which is a lot of extra revenue.

[DraftBoy]

AJ Green is declared;
http://www.wsbtv.com/sports/26248706/detail.html

[X-Era]

Looks like WR's Greg Childs, Jarius Wright, and Joe Adams for Arkansas are staying in school. But it's just Wright commenting so I'd like to see something more official.

http://arkansasnews.com/2010/12/18/receivers-planning-one-more-season/

[DraftBoy]

Maryland WR Torrey Smith is gone;
http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/40846065/ns/sports-player_news/

[Ickybaluky]

Two more:

CB - Aaron Williams - Texas
WR - DeAndre Brown - Southern Miss


Williams, a two-year starter at Texas, says he was told by the NFL draft advisory board that he’s likely to be a first- or second-round pick. Brown, a 6-foot-6, 239-pounder who has great athletic talent but has been slowed by injuries, probably can’t expect to go that high.

Also, the 5 suspended Buckeyes apparently pledged to return to Ohio State next season. Of course, they needed to do that to play in the Sugar Bowl and could change their minds, so stay tuned.

LINK (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/12/31/aaron-williams-deandre-brown-enter-nfl-draft/)

[methos4ever]

Muhammad Wilkerson, Temple DT/DE - http://phillysportsdaily.com/college/2010/12/31/temples-muhammad-wilkerson-to-declare-for-nfl-draft/

[methos4ever]

Tori Gurley, WR So Carolina - http://www.midlandsconnect.com/sports/story.aspx?id=561874

[DraftBoy]

Muhammad Wilkerson, Temple DT/DE - http://phillysportsdaily.com/college/2010/12/31/temples-muhammad-wilkerson-to-declare-for-nfl-draft/


Really like Wilkerson as a Carrington esque prospect, but a little further along developmentally.

[DraftBoy]

Tori Gurley, WR So Carolina - http://www.midlandsconnect.com/sports/story.aspx?id=561874


Very talented WR with great size, but I dont get his decision. Be curious to know if he signed with an agent already.

[DraftBoy]

Not surprisingly DeAndre Brown (WR-So. Miss), Jordan Toddman (RB-UCONN), and Shane Vereen (RB-Cal) all have declared.

Brown;
http://www.latimes.com/sports/nationworld/wire/sns-ap-fbc-southern-miss-brown,0,7422230.story

Toddman;
http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=CFB&id=130047&line=18235&spln=1

Vereen;
http://www.csnphilly.com/01/02/11/Staying-or-going/landing_eagleeye.html?blockID=383454&feedID=2369

There Vereen link also shows that Wisconsin WR Nick Toon is staying an additional year.

[NOT THE DUDE...]

You realize no CBA means that no rookie will get a contract, so any kid who leaves early is going to be sitting home broke right?

The draftees better damn well believe there is gonna be a work stoppage, because that's how bad the situation is. Which is what every coach in the country is telling their kids.

this is pure speculation. the situation is not that bad...

the players and owners WILL miss out on billions if there is a work stoppage. its not gonna happen...

[DraftBoy]

this is pure speculation. the situation is not that bad...

the players and owners WILL miss out on billions if there is a work stoppage. its not gonna happen...

Nothing I said is speculation. I did not say there would or would not be a lockout. I simply said what will happen is a lockout occurs come April. If we are in a lockout then by rule the owners cannot sign any player.

[methos4ever]

this is pure speculation. the situation is not that bad...

the players and owners WILL miss out on billions if there is a work stoppage. its not gonna happen...


Here's the breakdown of what is about to happen, regardless of CBA, Junior, etc. Any time a player is interested in going into the draft with an agent, (from say December when they de-enroll at school until they (usually) sign their contract in August) that player is accumulating nothing as far as money.

So when they go to the speed camps, when they go clubbing with their boys and when they buy cars, jewelry, etc their agent is paying for it as a loan. When they do this, they keep track and charge (for some agents overcharge) interest and when the player gets his first contract, that agent is reimbursed for the "loans" as well as the agent's 3%.

Now compound that with the labor issues as DB mentioned - as a kid who declares early, you are essentially saying you're willing to bet that you'll be able to survive until, say October of 2011 with no money other than those loans. That's a very, very, very bad situation to be in.

[X-Era]

Been away from home for the holidays and my brothers wedding, I will get to updating the OP probably tonight.

I also have a lot of catching up to do with all the bowl games... It's going to be a busy month for me...

[psubills62]

Brandon Burton, CB, Utah declaring:

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

[DraftBoy]

Blaine Gabbert is in;

http://www.columbiatribune.com/news/2011/jan/03/gabbert-gone-tigers-qb-entering-nfl-draft/?tigerextra

Based on numerous sources and rumors, the word was Gabbert was only in if Luck was out and Gabbert was out if Luck is in. If this holds true it looks like Andrew Luck will remain in school.

[X-Era]

Blaine Gabbert is in;

http://www.columbiatribune.com/news/2011/jan/03/gabbert-gone-tigers-qb-entering-nfl-draft/?tigerextra

Based on numerous sources and rumors, the word was Gabbert was only in if Luck was out and Gabbert was out if Luck is in. If this holds true it looks like Andrew Luck will remain in school.Son of a *****, you stole my thunder. :D:

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/03/mizzou-qb-blaine-gabbert-heading-to-nfl/

[X-Era]

I think I've got us up to date.

[X-Era]

WR Tandon Doss for Indiana is declaring

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/03/tandon-doss-latest-to-put-an-early-end-to-collegiate-career/

[X-Era]

WR Vidal Hazelton for Cinnci is declaring as well

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/12/27/hazelton-makes-it-official-wrs-leaving-bearcats-for-nfl/

[scartown]

Akeem Ayers to enter NFL draft

http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/ncf/news/story?id=5986217&campaign=rss&source=NCFHeadlines

[X-Era]

CB Alfonzo Dennard, Neb
RB, LaMichael James, Cal

Both staying, links above

[DraftBoy]

Miami CB Brandon Harris is gone;
http://miami.247sports.com/Article/CB-Harris-is-Leaving-for-the-NFL-Draft-10254

[DraftBoy]

A little shocking to me but word is Notre Dame TE Kyle Rudolph has hired an agent and is going pro.

[methos4ever]

A little shocking to me but word is Notre Dame TE Kyle Rudolph has hired an agent and is going pro.

http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/on-down-the-line-notre-dame-football/2011/01/looks-like-kyle-rudolph-has-outrun-his-last-michigan-db.html

Looks like it may be Rosenhaus...

Tell ya what, if they get enough pieces in FA, he wouldn't be a bad at 34.

[DraftBoy]

http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/on-down-the-line-notre-dame-football/2011/01/looks-like-kyle-rudolph-has-outrun-his-last-michigan-db.html

Looks like it may be Rosenhaus...

Tell ya what, if they get enough pieces in FA, he wouldn't be a bad at 34.


If he is healthy enough to workout, I doubt he makes it that late.

By far the #1 TE.

[X-Era]

If he is healthy enough to workout, I doubt he makes it that late.

By far the #1 TE.Agreed. Whats your take on his ability to be both a blocker and receiver? I think he has some ability in both areas actually.

[DraftBoy]

Agreed. Whats your take on his ability to be both a blocker and receiver? I think he has some ability in both areas actually.

Best in the draft at both at his position.

[X-Era]

Best in the draft at both at his position.Hey, I requested your bang head on the wall smilie only to find out we already have one (I couldn't find it).

: banghead :

:banghead:

[DraftBoy]

Hey, I requested your bang head on the wall smilie only to find out we already have one (I couldn't find it).

: banghead :

:banghead:

Now all I need is my :middlefingersmiley: and Ill be all set.

[scartown]

Clemson DE Da'Quan Bowers will enter the next NFL draft

[scartown]

Gators S Will Hill to enter 2011 NFL Draft.

[X-Era]

Thanks for the heads up Scar. I found the links and updated the OP.

[X-Era]

DE Zane Parr, Virginia going pro.

http://voices.washingtonpost.com/cavaliers-journal/2011/01/virginia_de_zane_parr_to_decla.html

[X-Era]

By my count, 53 underclassmen declared last year.

So far, with 10 days left to do it, we have only 22 (about half).

[psubills62]

Temple DT Muhammad Wilkerson declares:


Temple DT Muhammad Wilkerson will forgo his senior season with the Owls and enter the 2011 NFL draft.

A two-year starter under Al Golden, Wilkerson made first-team All-MAC as both a sophomore and junior, racking up a combined 131 tackles, 23.5 tackles for loss, and 16.5 sacks. They're highly impressive numbers for a defensive tackle, despite weak competition. The 6'5/305-pound lineman reportedly received a second-round grade from the Draft Advisory Board.

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=NFL&id=6464

Just from his measurements, he sounds like a possible fit at 3-4 DE.

[X-Era]

OT, Matt Reynolds, BYU is staying.

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/06/three-year-o-line-starter-to-return-to-byu/

[DesertFox24]

OT, Matt Reynolds, BYU is staying.

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/06/three-year-o-line-starter-to-return-to-byu/

Good I did not like him anyway he is a guard as far as I am concerned.

[X-Era]

QB Andrew Luck staying in school

http://www.gostanford.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/010611aac.html

[DraftBoy]

JJ Watt is entering;

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=5995901

[X-Era]

RB, Darren Evans, Virginia Tech going pro

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/06/hokies-rb-darren-evans-opts-for-nfl/

[X-Era]

OLB, Thomas Keiser, Stanford going pro.

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

[methos4ever]

Marcell Dareus is in:
http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2011/01/alabama_de_marcell_dareus_will.html

[scartown]

Arkansas announces Ryan Mallett entering NFL Draft

Joe Schad twitter

[X-Era]

Arkansas announces Ryan Mallett entering NFL Draft

Joe Schad twitterGot the link.

[X-Era]

WR, Ryan Broyles, Oklahoma is staying

http://www.newsok.com/ous-ryan-broyles-will-return-in-2011/article/3530025

[X-Era]

RB, Mark Ingram, Bama declaring:

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=5996836

[psubills62]

Janoris Jenkins is entering the draft:

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

[DraftBoy]

Rahim Moore, S, UCLA is entering;
http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/nfl/news/story?id=5998203

Aj Green, Justing Houston, and Brandon Boykin are also in;
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/1/6/1919971/report-georgias-a-j-green-justin-houston-brandon-boykin-declaring

Also Im hearing its a matter of time before Ryan Williams also declares and Julio Jones is making his annoucement today and word is he is declaring.

[DraftBoy]

Wisconsin RB John Clay is gone;
http://www.jsonline.com/sports/badgers/113074579.html?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=BR_Badgers&utm_source=twitter.com

[psubills62]

Rahim Moore, S, UCLA is entering;
http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/nfl/news/story?id=5998203

Aj Green, Justing Houston, and Brandon Boykin are also in;
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/1/6/1919971/report-georgias-a-j-green-justin-houston-brandon-boykin-declaring

Also Im hearing its a matter of time before Ryan Williams also declares and Julio Jones is making his annoucement today and word is he is declaring.

Julio Jones confirmed:

http://twitter.com/ChaseGoodbread/statuses/23441529733386240

[X-Era]

RB, John Clay, Wisconsin going pro

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5nGYHLeB2g

[scartown]

Missouri DE Aldon Smith declares for NFL draft.

http://twitter.com/#!/CFTalk/status/23499727681101824

[X-Era]

ILB, Dont'a Hightower, Alabama staying

http://www.tuscaloosanews.com/article/20110107/NEWS/110109699/1011?Title=Ingram-Dareus-Jones-going-pro-Hightower-returning

[X-Era]

S, Robert Sands, West Virginia going pro:

http://www.dailymail.com/Sports/201101070757

[tampabay25690]

Thanks for the updates guys

[methos4ever]

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

[methos4ever]

Ryan Williams in - http://twitter.com/#!/csnwashington/statuses/24201099657355264

[X-Era]

DT Lawrence Guy, Ariz St. and RB Jamie Harper, Clemson enter the draft. Links above.

[Mad Max]

Patrick Peterson CB LSU is in

http://www.wafb.com/global/story.asp?s=13812136

[X-Era]

I think were all caught up.

[psubills62]

Updating a previous item, Florida CB Janoris Jenkins will not leave school for the NFL draft in 2011.

"After careful consideration, I've made a decision to return to school for my senior year," he said. Though he would've been a second-round pick at worst, it's an understandable decision because Jenkins recently underwent reconstructive right shoulder surgery. He'll be a first-rounder in 2012.

Quote from rotoworld.com, source is:

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2011/01/janoris-jenkins-florida-staying-senior-season/1

[SaviorEdwards]

Center Michael Brewster is returning for Senior Season

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

[methos4ever]

Jon Baldwin, Henry Hynoski and Dion Lewis are leaving my fair alma mater, Pitt - http://www.pittsburghpanthers.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011011aab.html

[X-Era]

LB Martez Wilson, Illi and RB Jacquizz Rodgers, Ore St. declared, links above.

[tampabay25690]

Janoris Jenkins CB Florida is coming back to FLORIDA........

http://www.sbnation.com/2010-nfl-draft/2011/1/10/1927514/2011-nfl-draft-janoris-jenkins-florida

[X-Era]

RB Mike LeShoure, Illinois declcares

[SaviorEdwards]

whats the deadline? 15th?

[X-Era]

whats the deadline? 15th?Yes.

[SaviorEdwards]

Yes.

I wonder if Luck if having 2nd thoughts?

[X-Era]

I wonder if Luck if having 2nd thoughts?I don't know, he seems pretty commited.

[X-Era]

DE Jared Crick, Nebraska and CB Shaun Prater, Iowa staying.

Links above.

[psubills62]

WR Michael Floyd is staying for his senior year:

http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/ncf/news/story?id=6014722

Kind of surprising, but at the same time he'll almost certainly be near the top in the 2012 draft.

[DraftBoy]

Justin Blackmon is also staying

http://www.turfshowtimes.com/2011/1/12/1930810/notre-dame-wr-michael-floyd-returning-to-school-in-2011-justin

[X-Era]

Declaring:
DT Corey Liuget- Illini
DT Sealver Siligi- Utah

Staying:
WR Brandon Weeden- Ok St
WR Justin Blackmon0 Ok St
RB Chris Polk- Wash

Links above, and I think were caught up.

[X-Era]

OT Nick Claytor, Geo Tech declares, link above

[DraftBoy]

Little surprising on Claytor, not sure what the story is there.

[X-Era]

S Tyler Sash, Iowa declares, WR Marvin McNutt, Iowa stays

Links above.

[X-Era]

By my count we have 50 declared with 2 days or so to go.

[methos4ever]

By my count we have 50 declared with 2 days or so to go.
Looks like it's inching toward the same amount as last year (53, 54?). Interesting.

[DraftBoy]

Good job everyone!!

Special thanks to X for updating the first post as well! :up:

Anyway you can get some time today to re-order it by position?

[DraftBoy]

UK WR Randall Cobb entering the draft;
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/1/13/1932577/kentuckys-randall-cobb-entering-2011-nfl-draft

[SaviorEdwards]

Cam must be waiting until the last minute. He'd be crazy to stay at Auburn.

[DraftBoy]

Cam must be waiting until the last minute. He'd be crazy to stay at Auburn.

Newton
Fairley
Houston

expect to hear something on them tomorrow.

[psubills62]

RB Stevan Ridley is entering the draft:


LSU RB Stevan Ridley announced Thursday that he will forgo his senior season and enter the NFL draft.

Ridley only started one year for the Tigers, but probably should've been ahead of Keiland Williams and Charles Scott all along. A power back at 6'0/223, the tackle breaker ranked fourth in the SEC in 2010 rushing with 1,147 yards and 15 TDs, earning first-team all-conference accolades from the coaches and averaging 4.61 YPC in an LSU offense that posed little threat of a downfield passing attack. Ridley caught just 17 passes in his college career, however, so he'll have work to do to earn immediate playing time at the next level.

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=NFL&id=6487

[DraftBoy]

RB Stevan Ridley is entering the draft:



http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=NFL&id=6487

There is a small surprise again...

[SaviorEdwards]

Newton
Fairley
Houston

expect to hear something on them tomorrow.
Fairley is announcing it from his high school LOL talk about lame!!!!! Like its national signing day, I wonder if he'll be at a table with an NFL logo hat and an NCAA logo hat to pick from.

[X-Era]

WR, Randall Cobb- Kentucky declares

Link above

[X-Era]

Apparently Newton has declared for the draft:

http://twitter.com/#!/HABOTN/status/25729958684925952

I won't add the link until I see something more substantial

[X-Era]

Here we go:

http://www.ajc.com/sports/auburn-cam-newton-declares-803523.html

[X-Era]

And this one:

http://auburntigers.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011311aab.html

[X-Era]

S Jerrard Tarrant, Geo Tech declares

[DraftBoy]

Still waiting on Fairley and Houston....

[WeAreArthurMoates]

Fairley has declared.

[DraftBoy]

Fresno State WR Jamel Hamler goes pro;http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Source-Fresno-States-Jamel-Hamler-declaring-for-NFL-draft.html

Also have is on good authority that Eastern Washington RB Taiwan Jones is going pro. No link yet though.

[JCBills]

Fresno State WR Jamel Hamler goes pro;http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Source-Fresno-States-Jamel-Hamler-declaring-for-NFL-draft.html

Also have is on good authority that Eastern Washington RB Taiwan Jones is going pro. No link yet though.

http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2011/jan/14/taiwan-jones-entering-nfl-draft/

Link for Jones

[X-Era]

Hamler, Jones added.

DT Nick Fairley declares, link above.

[X-Era]

Status change:

CB Brandon Boykin, Georgia is staying... we had him as declaring

G Cordy Glenn, Georgia is also staying

Link above.

[X-Era]

If I count right, we have 3 more juniors declared over last year. 56 this year so far and 53 last year.

[tampabay25690]

Good job fellas, I don't have time to be looking around.

[X-Era]

S, Mark Barron, Alabama staying

Link above

[DraftBoy]

Joe Schad just said Houston is leaving. He's announcing officially in about an hour.

[X-Era]

Its official:

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft2011/news/story?id=6025298&campaign=rss&source=ESPNUHeadlines

[DraftBoy]

No link but Darvin Adams is leaving Auburn early. Auburn officials are confirming.

[psubills62]

Good choice, Mr. Jenkins. This would have really, really hurt your stock:

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6054615

I guess they're right on track with "the Florida way."