ATHENS — Carson Beck’s college career has come to an end.
The Georgia quarterback announced on social media Saturday that he will declare for the NFL draft, forgoing his final season of eligibility.
Beck threw for 3,485 yards this season in addition to 28 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. He went 24-3 as a starter in his Georgia career.
Beck underwent surgery Monday to repair a ligament in his elbow and plans to resume throwing in the spring. With Beck out, Gunner Stockton will start in his place in the Sugar Bowl against Notre Dame.
Beck becomes the first Georgia player to declare for the 2025 NFL Draft. It is unknown at this point if Beck will travel with the team to New Orleans for the semifinal game in the College Football Playoff.
“First off I want to thank God, for blessing me with the opportunity to play the game I love,” Beck posted on Instagram. “Through the ups and downs, the highs and lows, everything that this game produces and provides i’m eternally grateful for. Football has taught me lessons that will last a lifetime and has grown me into the person I am today.
“I’m so grateful for my family and those close to me for the support they’ve provided me during this Journey. They’ve always had my back no matter what the circumstance, and I can’t thank them enough for that.
“To Coach Smart, Coach Bobo and the rest of the Coaches who were apart of my tenure at UGA, thank you for your wisdom, your unwavering support, and most importantly the time that you’ve sacrificed pouring into not only me, but the many others who came before and after. Thank you for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to lead this team. It’s been a blessing and i’m forever grateful.
“To my teammates, i’ve been blessed to play with not only so many talented guys, but guys who are good people. There’s so many bonds that have been built that will last a lifetime and the people in that locker room is what I’ll miss most. I enjoyed every second of being with you guys and love you guys like brothers. It’s been an honor and I wouldn’t want to go to war with anyone else. There’s unfinished business still this season and i’ll be here to support however I can, finish strong!
“The past five years at the University of Georgia have been nothing short of a dream come true and I will forever cherish the memories that have been made. Thank you Dawg Nation for the time i’ve been here and to those who’ve supported and believed in me, thank you. It’s been an incredible journey and all these moments have ultimately led me to take the next step in my football career. With that being said, I will be declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft. Go Dawgs!”
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