Junior watch list

[mayoclinic]

Nothing official yet, but Eric Berry appears to be a done deal to declare after the Vols bowl game:

Tennessee safety Eric Berry apparently NFL draft-bound - NCAA Football - SI.com

 

[Box_O_Rocks]

UCLA junior DT Brian Price said that he will declare for the 2010 draft:

UCLA football: Brian Price to declare for the NFL draft | The Fabulous Forum | Los Angeles Times

I think Price is just a shade behind Suh and McCoy right now, and will be a top 20, possible top 15 pick. Don't know how he would do in a 3-4 as a DE. He's a bit short a 6-2", but a heck of a player.

After celebrating its first bowl win since 2005 - a 30-21 win over Temple on Tuesday night at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C. - UCLA was dealt crushing blows on both sides of the ball after the game. Junior defensive tackle Brian Price told Chris Roberts, Wayne Cook and Matt Stevens of the UCLA ISP Sports Network that he intends to declare for the NFL Draft after a spectacular junior season, and freshman offensive tackle Xavier Su'a-Filo confirmed in a text message that he was going on his LDS mission immediately. While Price qualified his statements by adding that he still needs to have final discussions with the UCLA coaching staff and his family, all indications are that he is leaving for the NFL. "I want what's best for Brian Price," coach Rick Neuheisel said. "Obviously, we would love to have him back - he's a big-time football player - but if it's a good decision for Brian and his family to move on, we wish him the very best." "I knew before the season started," said UCLA senior linebacker Reggie Carter, who played with Price at Crenshaw High. "That's my dude, but I can't stand him. There were a couple tackles today where I just had the running back sized up, and he gets him. I'm just like, `What are you doing? Why don't they block you? You're in front of them already!' He's unbelievable." - Jon Gold, Long Beach Press-Telegram via NFL Draft Scout

 

[mayoclinic]

Virginia CB/S Ras-I Dowling has reportedly decided to stay in school for his Senior year:

White: London Lands Blue-Chip "Recruit" - University of Virginia Cavaliers Official Athletic Site - VirginiaSports.com

 

[mayoclinic]

As expected, Eric Berry has officially declared.

Tennessee safety Eric Berry says he's entering NFL draft - ESPN

 

[sbpatfan]

Mayo what do you think about Junior LB Greg Jones from Michigan State?

Player Bio: Greg Jones - MICHIGAN STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE

Greg Jones Stats, News, Photos - Michigan State Spartans - NCAA College Football - ESPN

 

[OldNEPatsFan]

Mayo what do you think about Junior LB Greg Jones from Michigan State?

Player Bio: Greg Jones - MICHIGAN STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE

Greg Jones Stats, News, Photos - Michigan State Spartans - NCAA College Football - ESPN

If Jones waits till 2011 he will be the #1 or 2 ranked MLB in the draft. He has been a 1st or 2nd team all american in his career and leads the Big 10 in tackles. He is kind of small to be playing MLB for the Pats at 6'1", 228lbs.

 

[sbpatfan]

If Jones waits till 2011 he will be the #1 or 2 ranked MLB in the draft. He has been a 1st or 2nd team all american in his career and leads the Big 10 in tackles. He is kind of small to be playing MLB for the Pats at 6'1", 228lbs.

He was actually an OLB his first two years, I think MSU just moved him to MLB because they lacked depth there. But you're right, he'd be better of going into the draft next year.

 

[mayoclinic]

Cal Jr. RB Jahvid Best is reportedly set to declare for the draft today:

Sources: Jahvid Best of California Golden Bears to enter NFL draft - ESPN

 

[mayoclinic]

Florida CB Joe Haden has declared for the draft:

Florida's Joe Haden leaving school early for NFL draft - NCAA Football - SI.com

He'll be a top 10-15 pick, and the 2nd DB off the board after Eric Berry.

 

[mayoclinic]

North Carolina DT Marvin Austin says he's staying in school:

Scout.com: Austin Says He'll Return

UNC should have a terrific defense next year, with Robert Quinn, Bruce Carter, and Austin.

 

[Jimke]

Where are the wholesale junior defections?

 

[mayoclinic]

Some more junior watch notes from TFYdraft:

TFY

Among the more interesting notes: "Defensive lineman Cameron Heyward is still thinking about what he’ll do and most associated with the team say the big junior is up in the air on his final decision. The feeling is Heyward would really like to stay for his senior season yet when the information from the advisory committee comes in and shows he’s a first round pick Heyward will have no choice but to leave."

 

[mayoclinic]

Georgia safety Reshad Jones is declaring for the draft:

Georgia Bulldogs safety Reshad Jones skips senior year for draft - ESPN

 

[mayoclinic]

Penn St. junior LB Navarro Bowman is declaring for the draft:

Penn State Nittany Lions LB Navarro Bowman opts to enter NFL draft - ESPN

 

[mayoclinic]

Not official yet, but Florida junior TE Aaron Hernandez is supposedly about to declare that he will enter the 2010 draft:

http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/sp...-expected-to-declare-for-nfl-draft.html [/url

 

[mayoclinic]

Ohio St. DE/OLB Thaddeus Gibson is reportedly set to declare for the draft:

Sources: Ohio State defensive end Thaddeus Gibson to declare for NFL draft - ESPN

No news yet on Cameron Heyward.

 

[mayoclinic]

Iowa OT Brian Bulaga has said that he will announce whether he will return next year or declare for the draft after tonight's Orange Bowl game:

Northwest Herald | Ties bind Bulaga, Hurricanes’ coaches

 

[mayoclinic]

Oklahoma junior CB Dominique Franks has changed his mind, and has now announced that he will declare for the 2010 draft:

Oklahoma Sooners cornerback Dominique Franks to enter NFL draft - ESPN

 

[BritPat]

Oklahoma junior CB Dominique Franks has changed his mind, and has now announced that he will declare for the 2010 draft:

Oklahoma Sooners cornerback Dominique Franks to enter NFL draft - ESPN

Must have had his papers back from the advisory committee.

Not a bad player at all, looks a bit stiff in the hips from what I've seen, but he is quick, and plays big. He needs to keep his gob shut as well.

 

[Seneschal2]

Heyward returning...

No news yet on Cameron Heyward.

Heyward, Checkwa To Stay For Senior Seasons | NBC4i.com

A statement from Heyward:

"I am excited about next season and am looking forward to being one of the senior leaders of our team. I sat down and talked at length with my family about my situation, and they totally support my decision. I’ve been blessed to this point. I am just having fun being a college student.

"I learned a lot from seniors like Doug (Worthington) and Kurt (Coleman) and all they were able to accomplish during their senior year. I would love to be a part of Buckeye tradition like that. I think the upside is very positive.


"I want to help our team achieve the goals of winning another Big Ten title and possibly accomplishing a national championship. If I could win some recognition, that would be great as well. I think I can be a leader for our team, and I know another season will help me become a better player."