TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida State junior cornerback Jalen Ramsey will enter the NFL Draft.
The Seminoles’ two-time All-American announced in a statement he will forgo his final year of eligibility to pursue his dream of the NFL.
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“Today, after having in depth discussions with my parents, my coaches and others whom I hold dear to my heart, I am announcing my decision to pursue my dream, forgo my senior year of football at Florida State and declare for the 2016 NFL Draft,” Ramsey said in the statement.
A versatile and aggressive defender and a leader for FSU, Ramsey started all 41 games of his career and finished with 180 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, 23 pass breakups and three interceptions.
“I’m extremely happy for Jalen and his family,” Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher said. “I think it is a very smart decision by him. He will be a tremendous pro. He was an outstanding player and leader for us. I cannot say enough good things about him. I wish him nothing but the best and he will always be a part of the Florida State family.”
Ramsey began his career by becoming the first true freshman to start at cornerback since Deion Sanders before moving to safety and helping lead the Noles to the 2013 BCS National Championship.