Oakdale High School graduate Percy Aggie Orbeath announced his intention to enter the NFL Draft on Tuesday after a long career at James Madison University, reaching high positions on several career lists.
The running back played in some of six seasons and was redshirted in 2021 after playing in four games. (3,503) and third in total touchdowns (39).
The 6-foot, 213-pounder has rushed for 908 yards this season, averaging a spectacular 5.7 yards per carry and earning third-team All-Sun Belt honors.
Agyei-Obese announced his intentions in a social media post thanking his family, coaches and teammates.
“The road to this point has been full of ups and downs, but I am grateful for all of them,” he wrote.
His best season was in 2019, when he was named to the Colonial Athletic Association first team after rushing for 1,216 yards and 19 touchdowns and averaging 4.7 yards per carry.
“My time at JMU was truly a dream come true, but it’s time to take the next step,” writes Agyei-Obese. “With that said, I am officially declaring the 2023 NFL Draft.”
Frederick County has not drafted an offensive back into the NFL since Walkersville alum and Syracuse fullback Tony Fiammetta was drafted in the fourth round by the Carolina Panthers in 2009.
Prior to that, Frederick High’s Chuck Foreman was eliminated in the first round by the Minnesota Vikings from Miami in 1973.