Oregon DB Khyree Jackson declares for 2024 NFL Draft
Oregon corner Khyree Jackson officially declared for the 2024 NFL Draft, he announced on his Twitter page on Friday evening.
“First and foremost, I would like to thank GOD for guiding me every step of the way and for blessing me with opportunities beyond my wildest dreams. To my mom and pops, thank you for guiding me along the way. I am forever grateful for your love and sacrifice. I wouldn’t be here without you.”
“To my friends and family, thank you for the unconditional support. Your belief in me has been a constant source of inspiration. My journey from junior college to Alabama and ending in Oregon has been remarkable. I am grateful for my time at Alabama and the role it played in the development of me as a man. At Oregon, Cocah Lanning, Coach Tosh, and Coach Meat, your guidance and mentorship has been invaluable, and I will forever cherish the experiences and lessons learned under your leadership. To my Oregon teammates, I want to express my deep appreciation for welcoming me here with open arms. I am proud to be a part of this family.”
“From being a ‘no stars,’ Juco kid to playing on the big stage, I realized it’s not about anybody else. It’s Me vs. Me. I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who has been a part of my journey. I would like to announce that I am foregoing my remaining eligibility and entering the 2024 Draft! Jeremiah 29:11. Thank you, Khyree Jackson.”
More on the 2024 NFL Draft
The 2024 NFL Draft will be held in Detroit, Michigan, with the first round on Thursday, April 25, the second and third rounds on Friday, April 26, and the fourth through seventh rounds on Saturday, April 27.
Players will have the opportunity to solidify their draft stock at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine, to be held in Indianapolis, Indiana from February 26 through March 4.
The three-day event will be broadcasted throughout the weekend on ESPN and NFL Network.
To be eligible for the NFL Draft, players must be at least three years removed from their final year of high school while having used up their collegiate eligibility. Underclassmen are able to request league approval to become eligible for the draft, as are players who have graduated prior to using up all of their collegiate eligibility.
Last season, 69 players were granted special eligibility for the 2023 NFL Draft. 13 underclassmen who had completed their college degrees were also deemed eligible to be selected.
The deadline to declare for the 2024 NFL Draft is on January 15. NFL teams will receive a full list of eligible players in the class on January 19.