"Jimmy Clausen enrolled at Notre Dame to learn about the NFL. Looks like he's learned enough. Following the advice of deposed Irish coach Charlie Weis, Clausen has decided to forgo his senior season and enter this April's draft. Rated as perhaps the top quarterback in this year's class, he is believed to be coveted by St. Louis, Cleveland and Washington -- three teams that will conceivably pick in the top 5.
"After the season, in talking to my parents and obviously Coach Weis, I just feel it's the right time,'' Clausen told ESPN.com on Monday before a scheduled 2 p.m. ET news conference in South Bend. "Coach Weis told me whether he was going to be here or not be here, it was time for me to go. He thought I've improved so much since I came to Notre Dame. So, I'm taking his advice, and I'm going to head out (ESPN).''
Even with all of Notre Dame's struggles this year Clausen actually had a very good year. I'll admit I am a believer in this kid (even though I don't like him all that much). He is accurate, can throw the deep ball, and has good experience in a "pro-style offense). I will be interesting to see where he goes in the draft, but like I said I think this kid could be a franchise QB.
If I had to guess I would say Washington.
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