REPORT: Washington Huskies star entering 2022 NFL Draft

Washington is losing one of their most talented players to the NFL. On Monday, Huskies defensive star Trent McDuffie announcing he’s entering the NFL Draft.

“University of Washington cornerback Trent McDuffie is leaving school early to enter the NFL Draft, he tells Yahoo Sports,” tweeted Pete Thamel. “Trent McDuffie projects as a back-half of the first round prospect after starring on UW’s top-ranked pass D.”

Moreover, McDuffie elaborated to Thamel on what went into his decision to leave Washington for the NFL.

“We decided it was the best time for me to take this next step on this new adventure,” McDuffie told Thamel.

Moreover, the Washington defensive back stated what he believes he’ll bring to an NFL destination.

“I am very hard-nosed, physical and disciplined, and I’d like to call myself a technician,” McDuffie said via Yahoo. “I’m a film junkie and am dedicated to the details of my position and to the details of football.”

In the past, Washington has sent players like Budda Baker and Sidney Jones to the league. Now, McDuffie is hoping to be the next Huskies star to become an impact player in the NFL.

Moreover, playing in the shadow of great players like those two can be tough for a college star. However, McDuffie revealed that it only motivated him more.

“I think it’s definitely something I take pride in,” McDuffie stated. “From the past, guys like Budda Baker and Sidney Jones, they really set a standard and a way for the country to look at Washington defensive backs. This year, I took that on myself to make sure I took that standard and raised it a little bit more.”

Trent McDuffie will look to continue that standard at the next level.

McDuffie: ‘I want to be anything and everything.’

Furthermore, Trent McDuffie isn’t pigeonholing himself. The Washington star will play whatever role his next team believes suits him best.

“I want to be anything and everything,” McDuffie stated, via Yahoo. “Whatever the NFL wants, I’ll be – nickel, corner, safety or dime backer. I’m someone who wants to contribute to the team as best I can.”

NFL teams are always looking for defensive backs. With the potential McDuffie possesses coupled with his willingness to do what’s best for the team, an NFL squad will be eager to draft him.

Trent McDuffie is ready to take the next step of his football career. If history is any indication, the world shouldn’t bet against him.