USC cornerback Olaijah Griffin to declare for NFL draft

USC cornerback Olaijah Griffin will forgo another year with the Trojans for a chance to turn pro.USC’s top cornerback is leaving early for the NFL.

Olaijah Griffin announced his intent to declare for the draft in an after-midnight post on social media, which he said was made in honor of his grandmother’s birthday.

“Please know that I put a lot of thought and consideration into this decision, and I came to the conclusion that this is the best choice to help further pursue my ultimate dream of playing in the NFL,” Griffin wrote.

The junior cornerback excelled in the Trojans’ new defensive scheme, which often left him in one-on-one man coverage. He had one interception and four pass breakups…