LB Micah McFadden Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Amid the flurry of IU football news over the past few days, another piece of news hit the wire Tuesday as linebacker Micah McFadden has declared for the 2022 NFL Draft. McFadden was the heart and soul of the IU defense in 2021 after being named an All-American in 2020.

McFadden posted a message to IU fans on Twitter:

I could never express the gratitude I have for the opportunity to play this great game for such a prestigious school like Indiana University.

First, I want to think my family and friends who have always pushed me and kept me focused on my goals. I would like to thank every coach who has guided me along this journey, but especially Coach Allen for believing in me and trusting me to play and lead his team over the past few years. I would also like to thank my teammates at every level for encouraging me and competing against me every day as well as the entire Indiana Football staff for all the hard work you do to help this team succeed.

To Hoosier Nation and our fans, thank you for constant support towards this team. Although this season wasn’t to our standards, the future will be better than the past and there is a building full of individuals determined to make this happen. It has been an honor to wear this uniform for the past few years and regardless of the outcome, I loved stepping on the field and playing for this school every Saturday. After discussing with my family and coaches I am excited to announce that I will be chasing my dream and declaring for the 2022 NFL Draft.

“We’re All For You”

#47

#LEO

McFadden played in 45 games for the Hoosiers and finished with 216 tackles, 37 tackles for loss, 14 sacks, four interceptions and three forced fumbles in his career. His 37 tackles for loss is tied for sixth all-time in IU football history.