Darrelle Revis held a formal press conference to announce his early entry into the NFL Draft. He was a bit late for his own press conference, but he did apologize.

“I thought he changed his mind,” Pitt coach Dave Wannstedt said, “and that’s why he’s late.”

No such luck for the Panthers, who knew before the 2006 season that it would likely be the Aliquippa junior cornerback’s last in a Pitt uniform. Revis’ junior year only confirmed their suspicions and solidified his decision.

This decision was no shock to anyone.  The shock would have been any decision to stay. I see know reason why he shouldn’t enter the draft now. He is undoubtedly a 1st or 2nd round pick.

Still, the press conference was good to at least read him say all the right things.

“My decision was a difficult one. It is difficult to say goodbye to my teammates and my coaches, but I am excited about the future and what it holds, and I hope I can make the University of Pittsburgh proud.”

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“I have to get my degree,” Revis said. “My mom is sitting right there and she’s smiling, but she’s serious about it and I am too. That’s one of the goals I want to accomplish as well.”