Michigan football may have gone 7-5 this past season but it was rife with talent — particularly on the defensive side of the ball. But even with multiple stars declaring for the NFL draft shortly after the conclusion of the regular season, there was one Wolverine who appeared to be holding out.

Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant, a projected first-round pick and the No. 25 player on ’s Big Board, has declared for the NFL Draft. Grant joined forces with Mason Graham over the past three years to give Michigan one of the most dominant interior defensive lines in college football.

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He will not play in Michigan's bowl game, the Reliaquest Bowl against Alabama, to focus on preparation for the next level as a projected first-round pick. "... To my teammates, brothers and all of my friends,

ANN ARBOR, Michigan (AP) — Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant is skipping his final college season to enter the NFL draft. Grant, a key part of the Wolverines’ 2023 national championship team, announced his decision Thursday on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Joining Mason Graham, junior defensive lineman Kenneth Grant declared for the NFL Draft on Thursday. Grant is a projected first-round pick.

Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant, an All-Big Ten second-team selection this season, has declared for the NFL Draft. Grant joins fellow defensive tackle Mason Graham, cornerback Will Johnson, tight end Colston Loveland, and running back Donovan Edwards as early departures.

The three-day draft will take place in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from April 24-26. Underclassmen have until Jan. 15 to declare for the draft, though there is a Jan. 24 deadline for those who will be playing in the College Football Playoff National Championship. Here are the college football players who have declared for the draft so far.

Michigan defensive lineman and Merrillville native Kenneth Grant is skipping his final college season to enter the NFL draft.

FantasyPros will be taking a look at early NFL Draft scouting reports before the Combine in March. Here’s a look at Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant. And check out our entire 2025 NFL Draft Guide.