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2024 NFL Draft: See the UCF Knights who are charging on

ORLANDO, Fla. — Seven Knights continue their journey from Central Florida to the big league.

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Two players were drafted, and five were signed as undrafted free agents.

Here are the UCF players that are heading to the NFL:

Javon Baker

Baker was the first UCF player selected in the NFL draft this year in Round 4 as the 110th pick. The wide receiver will join the New England Patriots. “A Knight in New England,” the team posted on social media. Baker finished his senior season with 53 receptions, 1139 yards, and 7 TDs.

Tylan Grable

The Buffalo Bills selected offensive lineman Tylan Grable as the 204th pick in Round 6.

Jason Johnson

Linebacker Jason Johnson signed with the Dallas Cowboys. Jason’s final season at UCF 115 total tackles, 66 solo, 45 assisted, and three sacks.

Tre’mon Morris-Brash

Tre’mon Morris-Brash signed with the Los Angeles Chargers as a defensive end. Brash in 2023 finished the season with 57 total tackles, 38 solo, 19 assisted, and 8.5 sacks.

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John Rhys Plumlee

The former quarterback signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Plumlee finished his 2023 season with 2271 yards, 15 TDs, and 8 Ints.

Alec Holler

Alec Holler will be playing with the Dallas Cowboys. Holler finished the 2023 season with 24 receptions, 244 yards, and 2 TDs.

Shaun Peterson Jr.

The defensive end stays in the Sunshine State as he signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Peterson, in his 2023 season, had 14 total tackles, 10 solo, 4 assisted, one sack, and a forced fumble.

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Carl-Max Millionard, WFTV.com

Carl-Max Millionard is a Content Creator for WFTV.com.