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DB Deionte Thompson latest NFL player to declare for draft

Deionte Thompson became the latest Alabama underclassmen to announce plans to forgo his senior season and enter the NFL draft.

The junior safety made the announcement on Twitter on Sunday. The deadline for underclassmen to enter the draft is Monday.

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Alabama defensive lineman Quinnen Williams, offensive tackle Jonah Williams, running back Joshua Jacobs and tight end Irv Smith Jr. all declared for the draft on Friday.

According to ESPN's Todd McShay, Thompson is the No. 1-ranked safety and the eighth highest-rated prospect overall.

Thompson was a first team All-American selection by the Associated Press this past season when finished second on the team in tackles with 79.