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UCF EDGE Declares For NFL Draft
- Nyjalik Kelly has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, announcing the decision on his Instagram post.
- Kelly started all 12 games in 2024 for the Knights, recording 46 tackles and 7.5 tackles for loss.
- Kelly is the third UCF Knight to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft, joining Phillip Dunnam and Noe Ruelas.
- The Knights face transfers and bowl-game activity as they rebuild the edge-rush rotation for 2026.
- Kelly's departure affects the Knights' edge defense as they look to the transfer portal for 2026.
- UCF has added six defensive linemen via the transfer portal as the 2026 window approaches.
- Kelly is part of nine Knights pursuing NFL opportunities for 2026.
- Malachi Lawrence and others are slated to play in the Shrine Bowl and other showcase events.
- The Shrine Bowl and other bowls are part of the pathway for Knights' 2026 NFL ambitions.
- UCF coach Scott Frost is among those thanked by Kelly in his message.
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