Alabama senior WR Jermaine Burton announces NFL draft decision
Alabama senior wide receiver Jermaine Burton has officially declared for the 2024 NFL Draft.
“First, I want to thank God for allowing me the opportunities that I have received and will receive in my life,” Burton said in a statement. “To the University of Alabama, this has been an unforgettable experience and I appreciate how memorable you’ve all made this for me. To my coaches, thank you for putting your trust in me.
“A special thank you to Coach Wiggins, you’ve helped me grow so much as both a player and a person and I’ll forever be grateful for that. To my teammates, this brotherhood is one that will carry with all of us throughout our lives and I know so many of you are destined for great things.
“Lastly, to my family, thank you for riding with me on this journey over the years and for supporting me through every decision I’ve made. With that said, I’m excited to announce that I will be entering the 2024 NFL Draft. #RollTide”
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Burton spent the last two seasons with the Crimson Tide after two years at Georgia. In his two seasons at Alabama, Burton played in 26 games and started 24 of them. The 6-foot, 194-pound wideout caught 72 passes for 1,338 yards and 14 touchdowns at UA, and in 2023, Burton was responsible for 39 receptions for 798 yards and eight touchdowns. The senior finished first in the SEC and sixth in the nation with an average of 20.46 yards per catch.
The 2024 NFL Draft is set for Thursday, April 25, through Saturday, April 27, in Detroit.
Alabama players who declared for the draft
Darrian Dalcourt, OL
Jaylen Key, DB
Will Reichard, PK
Dallas Turner, LB
JC Latham, OL
Chris Braswell, LB
Justin Eboigbe, DL
Terrion Arnold, DB
Kool-Aid McKinstry, DB
Trezmen Marshall, LB
Jermaine Burton, WR
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