Clemson cornerback will enter NFL draft

CLEMSON, S.C. - Clemson cornerback Justin Miller announced Wednesday that he will forego his senior year and enter the NFL spring draft.

Miller, a native of Owensboro, Ky., is a three-year starter and the Atlantic Coast Conference's career leader in kickoff return average.

"I will miss Clemson, this was a tough decision," Miller said in a release issued by the university. "But, after taking a long look at my options professionally, I feel it is the time to enter the NFL draft.

"I have not made a quick decision. I did not make a final decision until this week."

Miller played in all 37 games during his three years at Clemson. He started in the secondary in all but the first six games. This season, he returned three kicks for touchdowns, including a kickoff return against Florida State and a punt return against Wake Forest.

"I wish Justin all the best," Clemson Head Coach Tommy Bowden said. "He went about this decision process in an organized, professional manner. He and his mother sought advice from the right people, and communicated with us every step of the way.

"He made a great contribution to our program as a defensive back and as the best kick returner I have ever coached. Some of his records will be hard to break."