Issac Nauta, Elijah Holyfield, Mecole Hardman and Riley Ridley announced their intention to enter the 2019 NFL draft and forgo their senior seasons at Georgia. UGA coach Kirby Smart issued the following statement:
 
 
“We wish the best to Mecole Hardman, Elijah Holyfield, Isaac Nauta and Riley Ridley as they pursue their careers at the next level. All four of these juniors contributed significantly to our success during the last two seasons and we look forward to them making the best out of their shot at the NFL. As with all our players, we also will encourage them to complete their degrees to get prepared for the next chapter of their lives”