USC defensive end Perry to apply for entry into NFL draft

Published: Dec 17, 2011 at 07:37 PM

USC junior defensive end Nick Perry intends to apply for entry to the 2012 NFL Draft, the school announced Saturday.

Perry is a two-year starter for the Trojans and had 9.5 sacks last year.

Coach Lane Kiffin said he supported Perry's decision.

"His career progression at USC continued climbing to a point where he was ready to make the jump to the NFL," Kiffin said in a statement. "He was an awesome pass rushing for us and he created havoc throughout the Pac-12 this year in a league that featured many of the nation's most dangerous passing offenses. He will be a valued addition to any NFL team and should be an attractive choice in the upcoming draft."

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