Iowa redshirt junior defensive end Anthony Nelson has announced his intention to enter the 2019 NFL draft.  he made the announcement on Twitter Monday.

Nelson had a standout season for the Hawkeyes with 9.5 sacks. The Waukee native finishes his career with 24 total sacks.

Nelson joins Amani Hooker and Noah Fant as Hawkeyes that have announced forgoing their remaining eligibility. Tight End TJ Hockenson is also weighing an NFL decision.