re: Was Kevin Faulk the last LSU big "star" to return for Sr. year in Football?

I think its how the game has evolved. Because the salaries are so high in the NFL and the short time that most players have to play, there's no sense in waiting. Go play for as long as possible and then come back and get the rest of your degree if you want to or need it.

It was unheard of a long time ago, now its big news when someone doesn't leave early.