Wisconsin cornerback Jay Shaw declares for 2023 NFL Draft

Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Jay Shaw has declared for the 2023 NFL Draft, he announced via Instagram on Thursday afternoon.

“I always dreamed of the day I would be writing one of these so before I go any further let me thank God for being in position to fulfill one of my childhood dreams,” Shaw said. “As I embark on this new journey in my life I would like to thank everyone who has had an influence on my journey up until this date.

“I am forever grateful for the impact that you all have had on my life. For my 9 year old self who once told my mom ‘Ok fine. I’ll get my degree but I am going to play in the NFL.’ It’s time to fulfill this statement. For the kid that dreams may you never open your eyes as your outlook on the world will always be different. Instead force the world to see what you see.

“With that being said I am proud to announce that I will be declaring for the 2023 NFL Draft to further pursue my career as a professional football player.

“All Glory to God!”

Shaw only spent one season with Wisconsin, originally playing for the UCLA Bruins. While in Madison, the cornerback played in all 12 games, recording 32 tackles, an interception, and six pass breakups.

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.