Florida linebacker Shemar James plans to enter the 2025 NFL draft, he announced on Thursday.

James, a Mobile native and former Faith Academy star, totaled 64 tackles, four tackles for loss and two sacks for the Gators in 2024. A four-star recruit in the 2022 class, he had one season of college eligibility remaining.

James announced his decision via Instagram:

The 6-foot-2, 212-pound James played in 34 games in three seasons at Florida, totaling 165 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, five sacks, two forced fumbles and an interception.

The deadline for underclassmen to enter the 2025 NFL draft is Jan. 6, though players have until Feb. 7 to withdraw from consideration. The draft takes place April 24-26 in Green Bay.