LSU linebacker Damone Clark announced Wednesday that he is opting out of the Texas Bowl.
Clark, a senior, was a second team All-American. He leads LSU with 135 tackles and 15.5 tackles for loss this season. He ranked second with 5.5 sacks.
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. lists Clark as the fifth highest-rated inside linebacker in the NFL draft.
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— Damone Clark (@clark_damone) December 22, 2021
LSU has been depleted by injuries and opt-outs. All-America cornerback Eli Ricks opted out after undergoing shoulder surgery.