TCU offensive lineman Steve Avila declares for 2023 NFL Draft

TCU Horned Frogs offensive lineman Steve Avila will no longer be suiting up for the program. Avila announced from his social media account that he will be leaving TCU after declaring for the 2023 NFL Draft.

The Horned Frogs’ star offensive lineman made his announcement with this message attached.

“My time here at TCU has been one of the most memorable experiences of my life. First, I would like to thank God for blessing me and putting me in a position that many dream of,” said Avila. I have always dreamed of being surrounded by such great people and build relationships that will last me a lifetime. Through the ups and downs, I have learned how to become a better man, and being here at TCU has set me up for a great life.

“… No one will truly understand how thankful I am that I was able to be a part of such an amazing program. With that being said, I would like to take the time to announce that I will be declaring for the 2023 NFL!”

More on the 2023 NFL Draft

The 2023 NFL Draft is set to take place from Thursday, April 27 through Saturday, April 29 in Kansas City, Missouri. The event will be held at the plaza just outside of Union Station.

Round 1 of the NFL Draft is set to begin at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, Apr. 27. Rounds 2-3 will begin at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, Apr. 28, and Rounds 4-7 will begin at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, Apr. 29. The draft will be broadcasted throughout the weekend on both ESPN and NFL Network.

To be eligible for the NFL Draft, players must be at least three years removed from their final year of high school while having used up their collegiate eligibility. Underclassmen are able to request league approval to become eligible for the draft, as are players who have graduated prior to using up all of their collegiate eligibility. 100 underclassmen were approved for last year’s draft. 73 of those 100 underclassmen were granted special eligibility while 27 of them were underclassmen who had completed their college degrees.

The 2023 NFL scouting combine will take place from Feb. 28 through March 6 in Indianapolis.