LSU is losing one of its top offensive weapons to the NFL, but getting another back for 2009. ESPN.com reports that wide receiver Brandon LaFell will enter the NFL Draft, while running back Charles Scott and offensive tackle Ciron Black will return to school. LaFell had 63 catches for 929 yards and eight touchdowns this season, averaging 14.7 yards per catch. Scott had 1,174 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns this season, averaging 5.4 yards per carry. LSU has scheduled a 2 p.m. news conference today for the players to announce their decisions; the deadline for third-year sophomores and third-year juniors to declare for the NFL Draft is Thursday.
LSU’s LaFell reportedly to enter draft; Scott, Black to stay
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