The declaration comes as a bit of a surprise, considering Fuller has 44 receptions for 900 yards and 12 touchdowns this season and projects as a first-round prospect in next year’s NFL Draft.
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Notre Dame (8-1), led by Fuller, moved to No. 4 in the College Football Playoff rankings this week and could be even better next year if Fuller does indeed stay in school.