| Wisconsin RB Montee Ball Returning For Senior Season | | |
Wisconsin running back Montee Ball has decided to remain in school for his senior season rather than bolt for the NFL draft.Ball, a Heisman Trophy finalist and the Big Ten's offensive player of the year this season, announced his decision Thursday in Madison. He said the NFL draft advisory board gave him a third-round grade, which left him "disappointed."He lost significant weight after the 2010 season, but plans to put on more weight in preparation for the 2012 season.Ball said he's returning to "better myself, my stock and also my team."ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. ranks Ball as the nation's No. 5 junior running back."I'm just listening to my heart," Ball said. "I know for a fact I will come into this season better. No one knows what we're capable of this season but I know I made the right decision."
Source: ESPN
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