Cameron Ward. Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Cameron Ward is viewed by many as the top player available in the college football transfer portal, but the former Washington State star has decided to turn pro.

Ward announced via social media on Monday that he is declaring for the 2024 NFL Draft.

Ward had been linked to Ohio State and several other top programs. He almost certainly would have been able to sign a multimillion-dollar NIL deal given all the interest there was in him.

Ward is coming off an excellent season with Washington State, which finished 5-7 and is not bowl-eligible. Ward passed for 3,732 yards, 25 touchdowns and seven interceptions this season. 

He also rushed for eight touchdowns. Ward began his college career at Incarnate Word in Texas but spent the last two seasons playing for the Cougars in Pullman.

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