Georgia running backs Daijun Edwards and Kendall Milton and wide receiver Ladd McConkey announced their intentions to enter the NFL draft.
Edwards led the Bulldogs in rushing this season with 880 yards. He averaged 5.3 yards per carry and scored 13 rushing touchdowns.
Milton, who was Most Outstanding Player on Saturday in Georgia’s 63-3 victory against Florida State in the Orange Bowl, finished second in rushing, with 790 yards (6.5 ypc and 14 TDs).
McConkey battled injuries this season, but caught 30 passes for 478 yards and two touchdowns in nine games.
Edwards and Milton join offensive tackle Amarius Mims, wide receiver Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint, defensive lineman Zion Logue and defensive backs Javon Bullard, Kamari Lassiter and Tykee Smith as Bulldogs players with remaining eligibility who are leaving for the NFL draft.
Tight end Brock Bowers, center Sedrick Van Pran, and offensive lineman Tate Ratledge are candidates to join them.
The deadline for early entry is Jan. 15.
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