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Trae Waynes To Enter Draft

January 2nd, 2015 at 8:18pm CST by Luke Adams

Following Michigan State’s dramatic comeback win over Baylor in Thursday’s Cotton Bowl, Spartans cornerback Trae Waynes confirmed to Mike Johnson of the Kenosha News that the game was his last with Michigan State. Waynes will be forgoing his final year of college eligibility and entering the 2015 NFL draft.

“I’m sure it’s kind of obvious,” Waynes said. “Yeah, I’m gonna go…. I pretty much already decided what that (decision’s) going to be with my family and the coaches and stuff like that.”

As Waynes suggests, it should come as no surprise that he’ll be going pro a year early, since he’ll be considered one of the best cornerbacks available this spring. In fact, CBSSports.com’ rankings have Waynes atop the list of cornerbacks, and Todd McShay’s first mock draft of the season at ESPN.com has Waynes as the first corner coming off the board, at No. 20 overall. In addition to being solid in coverage, Waynes is viewed as a sure tackler who can contribute in run support as well.

You can find our list of underclassmen who have declared their intent to enter the 2015 NFL draft right here.

Draft Notes: Wednesday

December 17th, 2014 at 10:10pm CST by Zachary Links

It’s about that time of year when NCAA underclassmen decide whether they’re in or out with regards to the draft. We’ll keep track of the latest news here. All news comes from Rand Getlin of Yahoo Sports, unless otherwise noted:

  • Boise State running back Jay Ajayi is heavily leaning toward entering the 2015 NFL Draft, a source close to the situation tells Getlin (on Twitter).
  • Nebraska defensive lineman Randy Gregory is preparing to enter draft, sources tell Getlin (link). The 6’6″ prospect is widely considered to be a top five candidate.
  • Though it’s unclear who Georgia running back Todd Gurley will ultimately sign with, multiple sources have indicated to Getlin (link) that Jay Z’s Roc Nation is in the mix.
  • Washington’s Shaq Thompson is leaning toward declaring for the 2015 NFL Draft, multiple sources tell the Yahoo scribe (link). “I’d say it’s 60/40“, said one source of the all-purpose star’s chances of going pro.
  • Oregon defensive lineman DeForest Buckner is leaning toward staying in school, multiple sources tell Getlin. Buckner is a highly rated prospect who figured to hear his name called early in the spring. Getlin hears from one source (via Twitter) that it’s 80/20 towards staying at Oregon.
  • South Carolina tailback Mike Davis is considered to be a lock to enter the 2015 NFL Draft, multiple sources tell Getlin (link). Davis declaring himself eligible for the draft has been widely expected for some time.
  • Mississippi State linebacker Benardrick McKinney is considered a lock to enter the draft, Getlin writes. The camp of the 6-foot-5, 245-pound inside linebacker has started vetting potential representatives.
  • Florida State junior Eddie Goldman is leaning heavily toward entering the 2015 NFL draft, multiple sources familiar with his thinking tell Getlin.
  • Michigan State defensive back Trae Waynes is considered to be a lock to enter the 2015 NFL draft, multiple sources tell Getlin. Waynes had three interceptions this season as Michigan State’s top cornerback. Last season, teamed opposite first-round pick Darqueze Dennard, Waynes also notched three interceptions. Waynes has started meeting with potential reps (Twitter link).
  • USC tailback Javorius “Buck” Allen is considering entering the NFL Draft, Getlin hears (link). He has had lengthy discussions with potential representatives.