Michigan Wolverines’ standout edge rusher, Josaiah Stewart, has officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft, joining teammates Will Johnson and Mason Graham in making the leap to professional football. Stewart announced his decision on December 23, 2024, opting to forgo his remaining college eligibility to pursue a career in the NFL. ([nbcsports.com](https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/michigan-edge-rusher-josaiah-stewart-declares-for-draft?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
**Collegiate Career Overview**
Stewart began his collegiate journey at Coastal Carolina, where he made an immediate impact. In his freshman year, he set a program record with four sacks in a single game against Georgia Southern. He concluded that season with 43 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, and three forced fumbles, earning first-team All-Sun Belt Conference honors and recognition as a freshman All-American. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josaiah_Stewart?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
After two productive seasons at Coastal Carolina, amassing 16 sacks and 25.5 tackles for loss, Stewart transferred to the University of Michigan ahead of the 2023 season. In his debut season with the Wolverines, he contributed 5.5 sacks and nine tackles for loss, playing a pivotal role in Michigan’s national championship run. He elevated his performance in the 2024 season, leading the team with 8.5 sacks and 13 tackles for loss, solidifying his reputation as a formidable pass rusher. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josaiah_Stewart?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
**NFL Draft Projection**
Stewart’s consistent production and demonstrated pass-rushing prowess have positioned him as a compelling prospect for the upcoming NFL Draft. His collegiate career totals of 30 sacks and 48 tackles for loss underscore his ability to disrupt opposing offenses. Analysts anticipate that Stewart will garner significant interest from NFL teams seeking to bolster their defensive front with a dynamic edge rusher. ([nbcsports.com](https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/michigan-edge-rusher-josaiah-stewart-declares-for-draft?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
**Michigan’s Defensive Outlook**
With Stewart’s departure, along with defensive lineman Mason Graham declaring for the draft, the Wolverines will look to other talents to step up in the upcoming season. Notably, edge rushers Derrick Moore and TJ Guy have announced their intentions to return for the 2025 season, providing experience and leadership to Michigan’s defensive line. ([maizenbrew.com](https://www.maizenbrew.com/2024/12/14/24312538/michigan-football-derrick-moore-tj-guy-returning-forgoing-2025-nfl-draft-edge-rushers?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
As Josaiah Stewart transitions to the professional level, his collegiate achievements and development at both Coastal Carolina and Michigan have laid a solid foundation for what promises to be a promising NFL career.
– [nbcsports.com](https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/michigan-edge-rusher-josaiah-stewart-declares-for-draft?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
– [saturdaytradition.com](https://saturdaytradition.com/michigan-football/josaiah-stewart-michigan-edge-officially-declares-for-2025-nfl-draft/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
