Cedric Tillman announces NFL draft decision

Tennessee wide receiver Cedric Tillman announces NFL draft decision.

Tennessee redshirt senior wide receiver Cedric Tillman announced his NFL draft decision Monday.

Tillman will enter the 2023 NFL draft and not play for the Vols in the Capital One Orange Bowl versus Clemson.

“Though I battled through injury this season, I am grateful I returned for my for 2022 senior year and now I turn my attention to the next level,” Tillman announced. “In order to be fully healthy and ready to go as I prepare for the 2023 NFL draft, I will not play in the Orange Bowl, but will fully support my teammates.”

Kickoff on Dec. 30 between the Vols and Tigers is slated for 8 p.m. EST (ESPN) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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