Georgia offensive lineman Jamaree Salyer declares for NFL draft
The Bulldogs will be without one of their key offensive leaders next season, as offensive tackle Jamaree Salyer has announced his intentions to enter the NFL Draft.
“Dawg Nation, looking back on my time here at the University of Georgia, there was no way I could’ve accounted for the incredible number of friends, memories and life lessons that are now a part of my life journey. These four years have indeed been a fantastic ride with my teammates, coaches, and incredible fans that make up DawgNation. There will never be a feeling as electric as running out of the smoke at Sanford Stadium or standing on the podium celebrating a National Championship in Indianapolis. Nothing gives me greater pride than to help deliver a National Championship to the great state of Georgia. Growing up a Georgia boy, I know how much it means to cross that bridge. I want to thank Coach Smart and Coach Pittman for the opportunity to come to UGA, and I would also like to thank Coach Luke for being a fantastic coach and mentor. With that being said, I’m ready to start preparing for the 2022 NFL Draft. It’s time to get my momma that house,” Salyer said via a release on social media.
An integral part of the Georgia offensive line for the last three seasons, Salyer saw action in 47 games over his four years in Athens, including 21 starts.
He split time at both left tackle and guard positions over his career.
In his senior season, Salyer started eleven games at left tackle, including the Orange Bowl and National Championship. He was sidelined with injury for four games this season.
Jamaree Salyer on the National Championship
In Georgia’s biggest game against Alabama for the National Championship, he made a shift to right guard in the second half and helped to lead the offensive front from both tackle and there.
It was clear how much the opportunity meant.
“It’s probably one of the most special things I’ve ever done in my life. Just understanding the work that it took, honestly, it’s kind of one of the crazy things, just understanding how much work, manhours and how many reps. It’s kind of crazy to look back on it,” Salyer said. “I only got this opportunity once in four years, so it’s even more special for me to be a senior and to be able to do it that way, too. It’s just a lot of things make it really special for me, but God is good.”
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