The 2019 NFL Draft class just got a bit richer among their secondary prospects with the news that Alabama safety Deionte Thompson will make himself eligible as an underclassman.
While Thompson hasn’t officially declared for the draft, rumors are saying he is “expected” to turn pro after waffling back and forth on his decision. In fact. earlier rumors pegged him as returning to ‘Bama. However, now, Matt Zenitz of AL.com reports that Thompson wrestled with the decision-making process.
Word is that Thompson struggled with his decision since the national championship game and met multiple times this week with Nick Saban but ultimately made the final decision to turn pro on Saturday.