University of Missouri junior defensive tackle, Sheldon Richardson, has decided to forgo his senior season of eligilibity and enter the 2013 NFL Draft.
Richardson had his best season by far with the Tigers in 2012, leading all Southeastern Conference defensive tackles, and second on the Missouri team, with 75 tackles. The St. Louis, Mo. native started 11 games this season while adding 10.5 tackles for loss and 4 sacks. He also forced three fumbles, broke up three passes and blocked one kick.
In his career at Missouri, Richardson played in 24 games and piled up 112 tackles.
“This has been my dream ever since I was a little kid,” said Richardson. “It’s still not easy leaving Mizzou like this, but I know I’m ready. I really appreciate all of the support I got here at Mizzou, and I know that they will help me and my family with this next step. I’ll always be a Tiger,” he said.
“I’ve always said that when guys have opportunities like these, if they’re ready to go, then they should go,” said MU Head Coach Gary Pinkel. “I have no doubt that Sheldon is ready to play in the NFL, and while we’d love to have him for another year, the important thing is that this is the right decision. It will be fun watching him play on Sundays,” Pinkel said.
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