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WVU QB Will Grier to Skip Camping World Bowl Game to Prepare for 2019 NFL Draft

West Virginia Mountaineers quarterback Will Grier announced Saturday he's going to skip the 2018 Camping World Bowl against the Syracuse Orange on Dec. 28 to focus on the 2019 NFL draft.

WVU head coach Dana Holgorsen said he's "fully supportive" of Grier's decision.

"While we will miss him in Orlando, Will's commitment and service to WVU football over the last three years will be talked about for many years to come," Holgorsen said. "He led us with class, hard work and a willingness to learn, and set a high standard for his teammates.