No real surprise here. We all knew he was going to go to the NFL. He is rated as the top cover corner in the draft and will likely be a Top 10 pick. I've always said that players need to get the money while they can.
"We're sad to see Joe go because he’s a great leader and a dynamic player," said interim head coach Steve Addazio, "but we know that with his tremendous talent, he will be a special player at the next level. This is the opportunity of a lifetime for Joe, and we wish him nothing but the best."
"This was a tough decision, and I spent a lot of time with my family talking about it," Haden said. "I'm so proud that I had the chance to be a Gator. It's been one of the best experiences of my life. Coach [Urban] Meyer and Coach [Vance] Bedford have helped me in so many ways. I'll always be thankful to them for everything, and I know I'll never forget the fans in Gator Nation."