'19 CA ATH/WR Horace "Bru" McCoy (Tennessee commit)

[PlanetVolunteer]

Don't know if has been discussed, but I just remembered Velus still being on campus getting ready for pro-day... I am sure he was in Bru's ear on what a good move he made... I really think this kid is going to be a VOL.

Bound to be

It's still odd that it's been like pulling teeth to get these dang transfers here!

 

[bigorange]

Don't know if has been discussed, but I just remembered Velus still being on campus getting ready for pro-day... I am sure he was in Bru's ear on what a good move he made... I really think this kid is going to be a VOL.

Pretty sure I saw in one of the practice reports that Velus and Bru were watching the practice together so I'm sure Velus had plenty to tell him

 

[csprig9]

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Bound to be

It's still odd that it's been like pulling teeth to get these dang transfers here!

i think maybe guys are wanting guaranteed starting spots and CJH isn’t doing it

 

[Dadof2Vols]

Bound to be

It's still odd that it's been like pulling teeth to get these dang transfers here!

Lawyers finishing the paper work, then we will know.

 

[T2P_Priceless]

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i think maybe guys are wanting guaranteed starting spots and CJH isn’t doing it

I think you’re right

 

[T2P_Priceless]

Don't know if has been discussed, but I just remembered Velus still being on campus getting ready for pro-day... I am sure he was in Bru's ear on what a good move he made... I really think this kid is going to be a VOL.

Yes, it’s been mentioned by AP

 

[BigorangeBoy]

FWIW Chris Hummer has CB'd him to TN per 247.

 

[BigorangeBoy]

Tennessee hosted USC transfer WR Bru McCoy on a visit recently, and the Volunteers appear to be the favorite for his services. A Crystal Ball prediction from 247Sports’ Chris Hummer was logged in favor of the Volunteers landing McCoy. The 6-foot-3 receiver entered the transfer portal in January.

The former five-star recruit did not suit up for the Trojans this year following an offseason arrest for a felony domestic violence charge. While the Los Angeles district attorney declined to press charges, USC suspended McCoy in August from team activities and he never returned to the field.

McCoy, one of the most prominent recruits in the last handful of cycles, only played one full season with the Trojans. He missed his entire true freshman campaign with an illness before making his debut in a COVID-19-shortened 2020 campaign. McCoy showed plenty of promise that year, finishing with 21 catches for 236 yards and two touchdowns across six games. McCoy ranked as the No. 9 overall recruit in the 2021 class per the industry-generated 247Sports Composite.

"Unique two-way player with a high projection at receiver or outside linebacker,” 247Sports national recruiting analyst Greg Biggins wrote of McCoy in a Sept. 2018 player evaluation. “Big, strong and physical as a wideout with good hands and high-level body control. Runs well enough to get behind a defense, makes the tough catch look routine and can do something with the ball in his hands after the catch as well. Is also a tremendous blocker and plays with incredible effort. Outstanding pass rusher who combines an explosive first step to get the edge with the power to bull rush a tackle or change direction and flashes a quick move to the inside.

"Plays the run very well and is comfortable in space or dropping back into coverage. Where he plays in college will be interesting as he prefers receiver but might have more upside as a 3-4 outside ‘backer. Potential early impact player at BCS level and high round NFL draft pick."

McCoy had an interesting road to USC as a recruit. He picked USC at the 2019 All-American Bowl and later enrolled in Los Angeles. However, shortly afterward that January he decided to leave USC for Texas. Later that spring McCoy decided to re-enter the transfer portal and return to USC citing homesickness.

The NCAA introduced the transfer portal on Oct. 15, 2018, providing athletes a path to explore their options. Players do not need to ask permission from their coaching staff in order to transfer. They merely need to request that compliance enter their name. Usually, it takes 24-48 hours for a player to appear following their request. Schools are free to contact a player without restriction once their name appears in the portal.


Chris Hummer contributed to this report.

 

[Woodlawn VOL]

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i think maybe guys are wanting guaranteed starting spots and CJH isn’t doing it

Nor should he, real competitors aren’t afraid. But I don’t think that is the problem at all. We are going to do just fine. GBO!

 

[butchna]

Seriously, do I understand you to say that there is not a signed agreement for giving or receiving a scholarship if a player is a transfer? I understand NLI isn't needed but at what point does the player acknowledge that he plays for the University of Tennessee and agrees to forego scholarships to other schools for the next season? There is no contract between the player and the University?

When he enrolls. Guess signing his name for class schedules counts?

 

[AresTheVol]

Following his weekend visit to Tennessee, I went ahead and put in a Crystal Ball forecast for the Vols to land former USC wide out Bru McCoy.
We said prior to his visit that the Vols were in a good spot with McCoy and we feel even more strongly about that following his visit. In fact, it sounds like the visit couldn't have gone any better and it won't surprise if a decision comes sooner than later.
The family is meeting today to discuss whether or not to make more visits but the vibe is they could be one and done following the trip to Knoxville. If as expected, they decide not to take any more trips, we could see a decision happen very shortly.
Tennessee's coaching staff made a great impression on the entire family and they raved about the culture, the offensive scheme fit, opportunity for playing time, the relationships with the coaching staff as well as the alumni support.
-Greg Biggins

 

[SlappyVol]

 

[mrmax86]

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No April Fools?

 

[Devo182]

Biggins last update 20 mins ago

"I went ahead and joined Chris Hummer in putting in a CB for the Vols with Bru McCoy. Family is getting together today to hash things out and it sounds like there won't be any more visits, which means a decision should be imminent."

 

[peaygolf]

Biggins last update 20 mins ago

"I went ahead and joined Chris Hummer in putting in a CB for the Vols with Bru McCoy. Family is getting together today to hash things out and it sounds like there won't be any more visits, which means a decision should be imminent."

 

[Jackcrevol]

Biggins last update 20 mins ago

"I went ahead and joined Chris Hummer in putting in a CB for the Vols with Bru McCoy. Family is getting together today to hash things out and it sounds like there won't be any more visits, which means a decision should be imminent."

inbf Ole Miss guys CB to Ole Miss.

 

[F0Rt_V0L]

 

[Jackcrevol]

boom?

 

[Jackcrevol]

...so much for the Nico effect...

 

[KPT_VFL]

Hummer and Biggins.

 

[F0Rt_V0L]

boom?

No just loading the cannons

 

[Jackcrevol]

No just loading the cannons

#its only april

 

[Jackcrevol]

Hummer and Biggins.

twss

 

[F0Rt_V0L]

#its only april

So we have to wait til may?

 

[T2P_Priceless]

inbf Ole Miss guys CB to Ole Miss.

Announcement commitment to Ole Miss today, then “April Fools!” And really commit to the good guys tomorrow. Would be epic to see Ole Miss fans react