LeSean "Shady" McCoy (RB Buffalo Bills)

[MililaniBuckeye]

I couldnt find a thread for him so you can redirect if there already is a thread on him.

1. Use the site search function...it works very well.

2. Use our Buckeye Prospects List to find recruits threads (click the name of the recruit to view his thread).

 

[OSUBasketballJunkie]

scout.com (free)

7/19/05

Here is the free article, for those of us who are lazy............

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LeSean McCoy

</TD><TD noWrap width=3></TD><TD vAlign=top>By Dave Biddle Assistant Editor
Date: Jul 19, 2005

Harrisburg (Pa.) McDevitt's LeSean McCoy is ranked as the No. 2 running back in the country by Scout.com, trailing only Ohio State commitment Chris Wells. McCoy plans on making an unofficial visit to OSU, but it doesn't sound like the Buckeyes have a strong chance at landing him. Bucknuts.com caught up with McCoy for the latest.
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Running back LeSean McCoy from Harrisburg (Pa.) McDevitt High School is one of the top prospects in the country.

He plans on taking his time with the recruiting process and has not scheduled any official visits at this time.

“I’m going to take a couple unofficials in the next couple weeks – to Ohio State and Tennessee – but I haven’t scheduled any officials,” McCoy told Bucknuts.

As a junior in 2004, the 6-0, 208-pound McCoy rushed for 2,800 yards (9.4 per carry) and 33 touchdowns.

He says he is considering a wide range of schools.

“I’m wide open right now,” he said. “I don’t really have any favorites. I’m just kind of seeing what’s out there and I’m keeping all my options open.”

When asked specifically about Ohio State, McCoy said, “It’s a nice program. They run the ball a lot. But they just got that real good back from Ohio (Chris Wells).”

Wells is ranked as the No. 1 running back in the country by Scout.com and the No. 3 player overall. McCoy is ranked as the No. 2 running back and the No. 11 player overall.

Having Wells already in the fold will hurt the Buckeyes’ chances at landing McCoy.

“I think so,” McCoy said. “There’s no reason to have two of the top players in the country in the same backfield. You never know though. Maybe we could be like (ex-Auburn running backs) Ronnie Brown and the other guy (Cadillac Williams).”

The opportunity of receiving playing time as a true freshman will factor into McCoy’s decision.

“I think it will,” he said. “The best players play, and I would like to play right away. But it wouldn’t be bad to have someone older than me that I could learn from. It can work both ways.”

McCoy grew up as a big Miami Hurricanes fan. His favorite running back of all-time is Barry Sanders.

As for when he will make a decision, he could wait all the way until National Letter of Intent day in early February.

“I’m not really sure, but probably after the season,” he said. “I think I am going to wait and take all my visits during the season and after the season, then make my decision after the season.”

McCoy does not play any sports other than football at his high school. As for hobbies, he enjoys playing pick-up basketball with his friends. When there’s not a game available, he likes to relax and watch television.

McCoy reports a 2.6 GPA and has not yet taken a college entrance exam.

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[Oneshot]

“I think so,” McCoy said. “There’s no reason to have two of the top players in the country in the same backfield. You never know though. Maybe we could be like (ex-Auburn running backs) Ronnie Brown and the other guy (Cadillac Williams).”

Two things about this:
1. That's pretty sweet if he would like to create one of the most dominant backfields in the country, and
2. HOW funny is it that he said "And the other guy" hahahahahaha

 

[RB07OSU]

Thanks MillaniBuckeye still getting to learn the ropes. It is funny how he said the other guy like he doesn't know who Chris Wells is.

 

[BuckWrestler141]

Thanks MillaniBuckeye still getting to learn the ropes. It is funny how he said the other guy like he doesn't know who Chris Wells is.

He didn't. He said this about Wells "“It’s a nice program. They run the ball a lot. But they just got that real good back from Ohio (Chris Wells).”

Cadilac Williams was he he reffered to as 'the other guy'

 

[LordJeffBuck]

FWIW, here's a blogger who thinks that McCoy will end up at USC, with Miami running a close second, and Tennessee, Georgia, and Penn State being dark horse candidates.

PennLive PA High School Football Weblog - 07/08/05

As for McDevitt RB LeSean McCoy, still no word. If I had to guess, I'd lean toward USC as his future destination. It's not often that the national championship coach comes knocking, and when he does, it's not because he wanted a vacation in beautiful Pennsylvania. Factor in that he'll be closer to brother LeRon (if he makes the Arizona Cardinals roster) and you've got a pretty good fit. A close second (and the school I thought last year was a lock) is the Miami running back factory, with NFL-back producing Tennessee and Georgia still on the list. Don't count out dark horse Penn State yet, though. I don't know what Justin King and Derrick Williams have been telling people, but if the Nittany Lions get off to a fast start in the Big Ten, you never know if McCoy might want to be known as the guy who put Penn State back on the national map. Doubtful, though...

 

[jwinslow]

Anyone else think that sounds like a formula answer? Seems like an expert who knows little about his actual interviews and just comes up with a conclusion based on generalizations. Just my 0.02

As for the NC coach knocking, somehow it didn't attract Wells or Gwaltney last year, or any RB for the last two years. Not everyone falls for sneaky pete.

 

[Oneshot]

It would be a very poor choice to go to USC. They are stacked out the behind with quality backs.

If he knows what's good for him, he'd go to Miami, Georgia, or Penn State. Miami needs a solid back, as does Georgia. Why Penn State? Because all they're missing from a national caliber team is a good runningback. He'd be a legend.

 

[jwinslow]

It would be a very poor choice to go to USC. They are stacked out the behind with quality backs.

If he knows what's good for him, he'd go to Miami, Georgia, or Penn State. Miami needs a solid back, as does Georgia. Why Penn State? Because all they're missing from a national caliber team is a good runningback. He'd be a legend.

USC did not bring in a RB in 04 or 03, so they are definitely NOT stacked at RB. Both White and Bush could depart this season, leaving their stables very thin (yes there are a few there, but what team doesn't have returning RBs).

PSU is more than one RB from a NC caliber team. Justin & Derrick, as well as an average collection of offensive talent, have a lot to prove before that statement. I realize they have a tough defense, but I still say they have a ways to go. They will rebound soon tho, just not to a title.

 

[Crayfish]

FWIW, here's a blogger who thinks that McCoy will end up at USC, with Miami running a close second, and Tennessee, Georgia, and Penn State being dark horse candidates.

PennLive PA High School Football Weblog - 07/08/05

I still see Miami as being the team to beat here. Miami has the same depth issues as USC. They were a childhood favorite. They also offer him the same opportunities as USC, i.e. great team with a significant chance of playing for a NC within him tenure. I agree that the USC depth isn't great but they look great with several backs right now, including Stafon Johnson. The brother in Phx area arguement is impelling, but I don't see it being the deciding factor. If he played for the Raiders and could live in his multi-million dollar casa enjoying the good life, maybe I would see it differently. Miami looks to me like the low risk, high reward team to beat here. PSU could be a player, I see them as the dark horse that could come in late and shock them all. But while USC looks good, they don't get everyone they want, and it seems to me that Miami may be a better fit.

 

[wadc45]

Rivals $

8/8/05

From Rivals100.com...LeSean lists high interest in Southern Cal, Tennessee, Miami, Virginia Tech, Oklahoma, Virginia, Ohio State, Penn State, Wisconsin, Alabama and UCLA and medium interest in Auburn, Florida, Pitt, Maryland, Michigan State, Notre Dame, Georgia, Nebraska and Louisville. The OSU cocahes talked to him about using him like Reggie Bush and Chris Wells like Lendale White.

 

[gobucks19]

Rivals $

8/8/05

From Rivals100.com...LeSean lists high interest in Southern Cal, Tennessee, Miami, Virginia Tech, Oklahoma, Virginia, Ohio State, Penn State, Wisconsin, Alabama and UCLA and medium interest in Auburn, Florida, Pitt, Maryland, Michigan State, Notre Dame, Georgia, Nebraska and Louisville. The OSU coaches talked to him about using him like Reggie Bush and Chris Wells like Lendale White.

Interesting, and who said that our coaches can't/don't act like salesmen. Good push guys, keep it up. I dont think anyway we get this guy but I love the effort.

 

[BuckeyeNation27]

The OSU cocahes talked to him about using him like Reggie Bush and Chris Wells like Lendale White.

gee.....i wonder what USC's pitch would be :p

 

[wadc45]

Rivals $

8/10/05

From the Penn State site...LeSean intends to see a game at PSU. He plans to take a few official visists before making a commitment.

 

[OSUBasketballJunkie]

schoolsports.com

8/24/05


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No. 2 RB C.J. Gable of Sylmar (Calif.)

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Date: Aug 23, 2005

The 2006 high school class is exploding with talent at the running back position, and it all starts with Ohio's finest Chris Wells and California's talented twosome C.J. Gable and Stafon Johnson.
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Class of 2006 Positional Rankings

Running Backs
1. Chris Wells, 6-2/228, Garfield (Akron, Ohio)
2. C.J. Gable, 6-1/190, Sylmar (Calif.)
3. Stafon Johnson, 6-0/200, Dorsey (Los Angeles)
4. LeSean McCoy, 5-10/205, Bishop McDevitt (Harrisburg, Pa.)
5. Michael Goodson, 6-0/198, Klein Collins (Spring, Texas)
6. C.J. Spiller, 5-11/185, Union County (Lake Butler, Fla.)
7. Demarco Murray, 6-1/190, Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas)
8. Knowshon Moreno, 6-0/205, South (Middletown, N.J.)
9. Evan Royster, 6-0/200, Westfield (Chantilly, Va.)
10. James Aldridge, 6-1/215, Merrillville (Ind.)
11. Emmanuel Moody, 5-11/190, Coppell (Texas)
12. Cordera Eason, 6-1/245, Meridian (Miss.)
13. Carlos Brown, 6-0/195, Heard County (Franklin, Ga.)
14. Chane Moline, 6-2/240, Mission Viejo (Calif.)
15. Luke Schmidt, 6-4/230, Jasper (Ind.)
16. Stanley Havili, 6-0/215, Cottonwood (Salt Lake City)
17. Benjamin Tate, 5-11/200, Decatur (Berlin, Md.)
18. Mon Williams, 6-0/190, Horn (Mesquite, Texas)
19. Derke Robinson, 6-0/200, Hebron (Carrollton, Texas)
20. Cameron Smith, 6-0/180, Brookwood (Snellville, Ga.)
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