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UC Offensive Lineman Declares For 2023 NFL Draft

Originally posted on FanNation All Bearcats
By Russ Heltman | Last updated 1/3/23

The mass exodus from the Bearcats' offensive line room continued on Tuesday as redshirt senior guard Lorenz Metz declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.

"I want to thank the University of Cincinnati, the coaching staff, and my professors for investing and believing in me throughout my journey," Metz said in his statement. "It is because of them that I am confident and equipped for this next stage of life. I also want to thank my friends and family, both in Germany and the United States, and especially my wife, for the love they have given me. With their support, they have enabled me to face what once felt impossible. With this, I am excited to announce that I am declaring for the 2023 NFL Draft."

The German entered a starting role during the 2021 season at right guard for eight games and dealt with injuries this past season before starting the final five games of the campaign.

He was a solid player at right tackle and guard during his career, which included All-AAC First Team honors in 2021. He is a massive loss with a year of eligibility remaining.

The offensive line, wide receiver, and cornerback are now top priorities in that order from the transfer portal. Only starting center Gavin Gerhardt remains up front, and he was a backup before Jake Renfro was lost for the season before Week 1.

Metz isn't among the top 654 players on the consensus NFL big board.

Click here for all of the latest transfer portal updates as Cincinnati tries to reshape its offensive line.

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