A number of players are choosing between returning to Austin, transferring, or declaring for the NFL draft as the Texas Longhorns 2024 college football season draws to a close.
Both offensive tackle Kelvin Banks and quarterback Quinn Ewers have already declared their plans to turn pro and play in the NFL the following season.
Jaydon Blue, a junior running back who finished the season with 134 carries for 730 yards and eight touchdowns and 42 receptions for 368 yards and six receiving touchdowns, also announced his intention to enter the 2025 NFL Draft on Sunday. The 21-year-old Houston, Texas native, who is ranked No.
101 in the 2022 class by 247Sports, was formerly a four-star recruit. He chose the Longhorns over a number of prestigious programs, including Michigan, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and LSU.
“I am thrilled to announce that I will be declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft as I take the next step in my journey,” Blue stated in a prepared statement. I’m prepared to pursue my goals and step up my game. Hook ’em!” He caught five catches for 59 yards and two scores against Ohio State in the College Football Playoff semifinal, despite only rushing for 16 yards on four runs. Blue gained 31 receiving yards on two catches and ran for 146 yards and two scores against the Clemson Tigers in the CFP first round.
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