Georgia quarterback Carson Beck declares for NFL Draft after undergoing elbow surgery

Carson Beck’s university career has officially come to an end.

The Georgia quarterback took to social media on Saturday to announce his decision to declare for the 2025 NFL Draft, just five days after Beck underwent season-ending elbow surgery.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) runs the ball during the Aflac Kickoff against the Clemson Tigers on August 31, 2024 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. (Rich Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

“The past five years at the University of Georgia have been nothing short of a dream come true and I will forever cherish the memories I made,” Beck said in an Instagram post.

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“Thank you Dawg Nation for my time here and to those who have supported me and believed in me, thank you. It’s been an incredible journey and all of these moments have ultimately led me to take the next step in my football career. That being said , I will declare for the 2025 NFL Draft!”

Beck was injured in the first half of the Bulldogs’ overtime win over Texas in the SEC Championship game earlier this month.

He underwent surgery Monday to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching arm and is expected to start throwing in the spring.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck goes down after being hit on the throwing shoulder during the first half of the SEC championship game against Texas on Dec. 7, 2024, in Atlanta. (Imagin)

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Despite having one year of eligibility left, Beck declared for the draft after back-to-back seasons as Georgia’s starter with a 24-3 record.

“I want to thank God for blessing me with the opportunity to play the game I love. Through the ups and downs, ups and downs, I am eternally grateful for all that this game has produced and provided. Soccer has taught me lessons that will last a lifetime and has grown me into the person I am today,” his statement reads.

“I am so grateful to my family and those close to me for the support they have given me throughout this journey. They have always looked after me no matter the circumstances and I cannot thank them enough for that.”

Carson Beck of the Georgia Bulldogs passes during the first quarter against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Sanford Stadium on November 29, 2024 in Athens, Ga. (Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

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Gunner Stockton took over in Beck’s absence with hopes of leading Georgia to another national championship. Bulldog’s face Our Lady in the CFP quarterfinals in the Sugar Bowl Wednesday.

The Associated Press contributed to the report.

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