The Bulldogs have lost another playmaker to the NFL draft.
Running back Elijah Holyfield announced Friday he will forgo his senior season and try his hand at the next level.
Thank you so much Dawg Nation!❤️ pic.twitter.com/R3X106PYO9
— Elijah Holyfield (@EH_taught_me) January 4, 2019
Holyfield — the son of former undisputed cruiserweight and heavyweight boxing champion Evander Holyfield — rushed for 1,018 yards and seven touchdowns for the Bulldogs in 2018.
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Georgia had Sony Michel and Nick Chubb rush for 1,000 yards in 2017.
Wide receivers Mecole Hardman Jr., Riley Ridley and tight end Isaac Nauta are also leaving Georgia for the draft.