Penn State offensive tackle Olu Fashanu is ready to say farewell to Happy Valley. On Friday, the All-American announced that he’s declaring for the NFL Draft.
Fashanu, the 2023 Rimington–Pace Offensive Lineman of the Year, shared a heartfelt letter regarding his decision.
“There aren’t enough words to express how impactful the past four years at Penn State have been,” Fashanu wrote. “This football program, which has become my family, the Smeal College of Business and this entire Penn State community have taught me so much.”
Towards the end of Fashanu’s letter, he talked about declaring for the draft.
“A year ago I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to declare for the NFL draft. I am forever grateful that I made the decision to come back and compete with my brothers one last time while also graduating. With that being said, I am proud to announce that I will be declaring for the 2024 NFL Draft. I look forward to spending time with my teammates and coaches in Atlanta for the Peach Bowl.”
Thank you Penn State💙 pic.twitter.com/tP1LG3EeQI
— Olu Fashanu (@olu_fashanu) December 22, 2023
Just about every mock draft has Fashanu going inside the top five.
Fashanu will most likely be targeted by the Bears, Commanders and Jets among other teams.