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Antoine Winfield Jr., Son of Former Pro Bowl CB, Declares for 2020 NFL Draft

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Safety Antoine Winfield Jr. is leaving the University of Minnesota early to declare for the 2020 NFL draft.

The redshirt sophomore announced his decision on Instagram: "I looked up to my dad [three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Antoine Winfield], and watched what he did and all he accomplished. Seeing what he was able to do empowers me to say: It's my time."

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As expected, Antoine Winfield Jr. has declared for the NFL Draft (announced via Instagram). He leaves Minnesota as one of the best ever to wear maroon and gold.