A former Clemson defensive back said thank you to Clemson on Friday as he declared for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Former Clemson cornerback Toriano Pride, who transferred to Missouri for his final two college campaigns, has formally declared for the draft.

“Dear Clemson & Mizzou Family,” Pride wrote in a social media post.  

“Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout this journey. From my first two years at Clemson to my final two years at the University of Missouri, each stop played a major role in shaping me into the man and player I am today. I’m grateful for every memory, challenge, and opportunity both programs gave me.”

Pride began his college career at Clemson from 2022-23, tallying 37 tackles (2.0 for loss), nine pass breakups, a sack, an interception and a safety over 26 games (three starts). In his final year as a Tiger, he was credited with 14 tackles (one for loss) and five pass breakups across 12 games, including one start.

After transferring to Missouri ahead of the 2024 campaign, Pride played in all 13 games for Mizzou in 2024 while compiling 22 tackles, two interceptions, six passes defended, one fumble recovery and a forced fumble. In 13 games as a senior this season, he totaled 24 tackles (1.5 for loss), two interceptions, including a pick-six, a fumble recovery that he returned 62 yards and six passes defended.

The 5-foot-11, 188-pounder from St. Louis, Mo., was a national top-40 prospect in the 2022 recruiting class according to 247Sports.

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place from April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.

You can see Pride’s full NFL Draft declaration below: