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Michigan junior quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who led the Wolverines to a national championship and a 27-1 record as starter, has declared for the NFL Draft. McCarthy announced his decision via social media one day before the deadline for underclassmen to enter the draft. The NFL Draft is scheduled for April 25-27 in Detroit.
Michigan Wolverines Champion Quarterback J.J. McCarthy Enters NFL Draft
Michigan Wolverines’ J.J. McCarthy, the junior quarterback who led the team to a national championship recently, has declared for the NFL Draft. Having compiled a 27-1 record as a starter, McCarthy’s announcement comes ahead of the deadline for underclassmen.
“This was a hard decision but I feel it’s time for me to take the next step,” said McCarthy. He also thanked his teammates, coaches, and family, particularly acknowledging Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh for his guidance.
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McCarthy has been often commended for his unique talent and strong leadership. Harbaugh even once referred to him as a “once-in-a-generational” quarterback. ESPN NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper’s latest draft-board rankings have McCarthy fifth among the quarterbacks.
Harbaugh’s belief in McCarthy traces back to his high school days. He has always praised him for his game and leadership. Harbaugh once said, “J.J. has shown to be on a path to be the best quarterback in Michigan history. Going forward, J.J. will be the quarterback that future quarterbacks are compared to.”
McCarthy’s move to the NFL has been highly expected by fans and teammates alike. His leadership and game improvements over the past three seasons at Michigan have made him a promising choice for the NFL.
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