Washington star WR declares for NFL Draft
Nov 25, 2016; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington Huskies helmet sits during a game against the Washington State Cougars during the second half at Martin Stadium. The Huskies won 45-17. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
One of Washington’s star wide receivers wasted no time making a decision about his future.
Huskies wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk is declaring for the NFL Draft, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported on Tuesday.
Star Washington wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk is leaving school to declare the NFL Draft, he told ESPN on Tuesday. Polk is coming off a shining 2023 season where he caught 69 balls, had 1,159 receiving yards and played an outsized role in the country’s No. 2 passing attack. pic.twitter.com/BpmVARiJcD
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) January 9, 2024
Polk’s decision comes just half a day after the Huskies lost 34-13 to Michigan in the National Championship Game at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Monday night.
Polk has been at Washington the last three seasons after beginning his career at Texas Tech.
Polk was the No. 2 receiving threat for the Huskies this season behind Rome Odunze, who had 92 catches for 1,640 yards and 13 touchdowns in Washington’s high-powered offense. Polk had 69 catches for 1,159 yards and 9 touchdowns.
Polk was particularly heartbroken over Washington’s loss. He was photographed sitting on the field with confetti around following Michigan’s win.
UW’s Ja’Lynn Polk watching the trophy ceremony. pic.twitter.com/i6bs5mv9LJ
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) January 9, 2024
Now he will focus his efforts on his pro career.