Clemson defensive end Shaq Lawson announced last week he will forgo his senior season to enter the NFL Draft.

The junior met with the local media on Monday at Clemson for the first time since making his decision. The All-American explained why it was so important to him and the team to get his decision out of the way before the Tigers play No. 4 Oklahoma in the College Football Playoffs.

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