Two of the Alabama underclassmen that were considering turning pro have decided instead to stay in school.

Cornerbacks Anthony Averett and Tony Brown are passing on entering the NFL draft and returning for their senior seasons with the Tide, sources told AL.com.

Averett excelled in his first year as a starter. After not playing a single meaningful snap on defense during his first three years at Alabama, Averett started all 15 games as a redshirt junior this past season and recorded 48 tackles, eight pass breakups and two forced fumbles.

He informed Tide coaches Friday morning of his intention to return to school, per sources.

Brown played in 11 games after serving a four-game NCAA suspension, posting 32 tackles and two interceptions.

The Texas native was Alabama's nickel back the final seven games, stepping into that role after the Tide lost star safety Eddie Jackson to a season-ending injury.

At least three other Alabama underclassmen are expected to leave school and enter the NFL draft. Left tackle Cam Robinson and wide receiver ArDarius Stewart are both expected to turn pro, sources told AL.com. Sources have also told AL.com throughout the week that cornerback Marlon Humphrey is expected to enter the draft barring a late change of plans.