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ASU Stars Bolt for NFL Draft: Brown & Abney Declare
18 Dec
Summary
- Raleek Brown and Keith Abney II declared for the NFL draft.
- Abney earned first-team All-American and All-Big 12 honors.
- Brown had 1,141 rushing yards and 239 receiving yards.
Arizona State football sees two more key players, running back Raleek Brown and cornerback Keith Abney II, declare for the NFL draft. Both players had eligibility remaining but have opted to pursue professional careers. Abney's decision follows a breakout season where he earned first-team All-American and All-Big 12 honors, and he is projected as an early-round selection.
Brown, a dynamic 5-foot-9, 195-pound running back, delivered an impressive season with 1,141 rushing yards and 239 receiving yards. His performance against Colorado, including 255 rushing yards, set a new ASU single-season record for road game rushing yards. Despite a hamstring injury that sidelined him for part of the 2024 season, Brown is expected to be a third-day draft pick.
These declarations add to a notable exodus of talent from Arizona State, as several other players have also announced their intentions to enter the NFL draft. Abney and Brown's departures mark significant shifts for the team's upcoming seasons, as they leave behind a strong legacy of performance on the field.
