Jacoby Glenn (12) had seven interceptions for the Knights in 2014
Jacoby Glenn (12) had seven interceptions for the Knights in 2014. (USATSI)

Central Florida is losing one of its defensive stars to the NFL.

Cornerback Jacoby Glenn announced Wednesday that he will leave school early and enter the NFL Draft. It's a major loss for the Knights, which will now have to replace the entire secondary from a defensive unit that finished No. 5 nationally in total defense and No. 11 in defensive pass efficiency.

Glenn finished the 2014 season with seven interceptions and 18 passes defended; he was named co-Defensive Player of the Year by the American Athletic Conference. Glenn was also named to the AP All-America Team, the first UCF player to be so honored since running back Kevin Smith in 2007.