DeShon Elliot

[DBut82]

Statement from DeShon Elliott:After much thought and prayer, my family and I have made the decision to forego my senior year at The University of Texas to enter the NFL Draft. I will not be playing in the bowl game as I plan to begin preparing for my professional career immediately.It was a very difficult decision that I put a lot of thought into. I want to thank my coaches and teammates for the support and all they've done to make an impact on my life. I really appreciate Coach Strong giving me the opportunity to play and grow as a player and person at Texas. Coach Herman has been amazing, and I'm really excited about what he's building here. I know that Longhorn football is in good hands. Coach Naivar and our strength coach Yancy McKnight have helped me take my game to the next level, and because of that, I feel prepared to take this next step.To the awesome Longhorn fans, you have made every game in DKR an experience like no other, and for that, I thank you. And most of all, thank you to my parents for molding me into the athlete and person I am today. I couldn't have done it without you. I am excited about the future but will forever be a Longhorn.

http://www.texassports.com/news/2017/11/30/football-deshon-elliott-to-forgo-senior-season-and-bowl-game-to-enter-nfl-draft.aspx

 

[Sirhornsalot]

Wise move on his part, IMO. Get it while you can. Who knows what could have gone wrong next year.

I don't care for skipping the bowl game, but the positive is that someone will get a shot to show their stuff.

 

[MikeV73]

I don't care for skipping the bowl game, but the positive is that someone will get a shot to show their stuff.

Hopefully their stuff is good :mellow:

 

[java]

He is still involved with Strong’s daughter, isn’t he?  Probably the reason for the tweet location ‘Miami’. This doesn’t surprise me. 

I was glad he didn’t transfer when Strong moved on. 

 

[dillohorn]

Call this abandonment, because that's what it is. College and pro sports would both be better off if the raiding of underclassmen would stop.