As Michael Jefferson knows, the first April after leaving college football behind is a moment when dreams can become reality. They can also be ripped away. If Jefferson's dream was to become delayed or ruined, he likely wasn't expecting it to be done the way it happened.Jefferson was involved in a car collision as a result of the other driver being under the influence. It was not a simple fender bender, as Adam Schefter has reported that the wide receiver prospect is expected to miss the season. He was released from the hospital on April 19th, but is on track to be in NFL shape by 2024, according to doctors.Adam Schefter@AdamSchefterLouisiana-Lafayette WR draft prospect Michael Jefferson, who was hit by a drunken driver on Easter night, was released from the hospital today. He is expected to miss this season, but doctors believe he should be able to play in 2024.A statement from his attorney, Brad Sohn.2272286Louisiana-Lafayette WR draft prospect Michael Jefferson, who was hit by a drunken driver on Easter night, was released from the hospital today. He is expected to miss this season, but doctors believe he should be able to play in 2024.A statement from his attorney, Brad Sohn. https://t.co/fWyMD2XoBNHis attorney, Brad Sohn, released a statement saying that he is undergoing "grueling rehabilitation." He also used the case as an example and a reason to urge drivers to take an Uber or Lyft instead of drunk driving. The attorney has also revealed that there is still full hope and expectation for the receiver to be selected by a team.Michael Jefferson's college careerMichael Jefferson catches pass at 2023 NFL CombineThe wide receiver's college football career was brief, lasting only two seasons. He played for Louisiana in the Sun Belt conference in 2021 and 2022. He appeared in 22 total games, showing marked improvement in his last 12. In his first 10 games, he caught 18 passes for 481 yards and four touchdowns as a junior.In 2022, as a senior, he took off for the team. He caught 51 passes for 810 yards and seven touchdowns.Now, with the college gridiron behind him. Teams have begun to reevaluate his draft stock. Before the injuries, he showed a lot of potential, but over a smaller sample size than most prospects.Adam Schefter@AdamSchefterLouisiana-Lafayette WR Michael Jefferson, considered to be a likely mid-round draft pick later this month, was involved in a multi-car crash Sunday night in Mobile, Ala., that has required multiple surgeries, per his agent Jon Perzley of Sportstars.3114419Louisiana-Lafayette WR Michael Jefferson, considered to be a likely mid-round draft pick later this month, was involved in a multi-car crash Sunday night in Mobile, Ala., that has required multiple surgeries, per his agent Jon Perzley of Sportstars.Many expect him to still get drafted, but it will be harder for a team to spend a top-tier pick on a player that will not be ready for another season. Where will the wide receiver be drafted?