Michigan football RB Hassan Haskins declares for 2022 NFL Draft
Michigan Wolverines football running back Hassan Haskins has officially declared for the 2022 NFL Draft after four years with the program, he announced in an Instagram post.
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“These last four years playing for the University of Michigan has been an incredible blessing,” Haskins wrote. “Playing in front of more than 110,000 of the greatest fans in the entire world is an experience unlike any other in college football.
“I want to thank [head] Coach [Jim] Harbaugh for the opportunity, Coach Jay Harbaugh for recruiting me to Michigan and Coach [Mike] Hart for the daily mentorship and coaching to help me become the best back I could be. I also want to thank the strength staff, trainers, support staff and everyone who took care of us players daily.
“I want to thank my teammates,” Haskins continued. I proudly consider all of you my brothers, and it has been an honor playing alongside of you. You became more than friends and teammates. You became my brothers, my family, and I am thankful for the lifelong bonds we’ve forged.
“To my parents, you are my heart and my soul. My foundation. My rock. I want to thank you for your love, support and sacrifice. You have placed me at the doorstep of a lifelong dream. Thank you for everything.
“To the city of St. Lous … Thank you for your continued love and support.
Continued Haskins: “As I embark on this journey towards playing in the NFL, I do so with great humility for all you have given me. Regardless of my new city and new team colors I don, I will forever be your son, your brother, your teammate and will forever wear the maize and blue as a Michigan Wolverine.”
In 2021, Haskins set Michigan’s program record with 20 rushing touchdowns, and totaled 1,327 yards on 270 carries. He racked up a whopping 825 yards after contact, according to Pro Football Focus (PFF), and picked up 103 first downs, which led all Power Five backs.
For his career, Haskins recorded 452 carries for 2,324 yards and 30 touchdowns. He was the Wolverines’ leading rusher for two straight seasons (2020 and 2021).
Haskins joins defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, outside linebacker David Ojabo, wide receiver Daylen Baldwin, defensive tackle Christopher Hinton and safety Daxton Hill as Michigan players to leave eligibility on the table and opt for the NFL.
Watch for more Michigan roster movement in the hours and days to come at TheWolverine.com.
