East Texas native Kendre Miller declares for 2023 NFL draft, thanks God

TCU quarterback Max Duggan (15) hands off to running back Kendre Miller (33) during the first half of the team’s NCAA college football game against Texas…

TCU quarterback Max Duggan (15) hands off to running back Kendre Miller (33) during the first half of the team’s NCAA college football game against Texas on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Stephen Spillman)

by: Michael Garcia

Posted: Jan 16, 2023 / 04:14 PM CST

Updated: Jan 17, 2023 / 03:38 PM CST

MOUNT ENTERPRISE, Texas (KETK) – TCU’s starting running back Kendre Miller, from Mount Enterprise, has declared that he intends to be a part of the 2023 NFL draft, according to a post from his Instagram.

TCU had a historic run this season after making it all the way the college football national championship. According to ESPN, Miller had 1,399 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns in the 2022 season.

ESPN rated Miller as their 155th overall prospect in the upcoming draft.

In his Instagram post, Miller thanked God, his coaches, teammates and the TCU fans for helping him achieve his childhood dream.