Texas Longhorns offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. announced his intention to enter the 2025 NFL Draft after three seasons with the team. Banks Jr. is projected to be a top pick in the upcoming draft.
AUSTIN -- Texas Longhorns offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. is officially moving on to the next chapter in his football career.
Banks Jr. announced on Instagram Sunday that he's declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft after three seasons on the Forty Acres. He's expected to be one of the top players selected at the draft in Green Bay this April. Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. against the Clemson Tigers during the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
"I will always bleed burnt orange and cherish the memories I've made here," Banks Jr. wrote. "Thank you Longhorn Nation for everything. I look forward to representing Texas proudly in the next chapter of my journey."Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian had some high praise for Banks Jr. earlier this season.
"I just think he represents us at the highest level," Sarkisian said. "To go along with it he's a great football player and he's very calm on the field. Some might say he's reserved, but I see it first hand that he's not, he plays physical and he plays violent. ... "I want him to win every award he can win, be an All-American and a first-round pick. I don't know what else left tackles can do on that front.
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