The importance of Jordan Shipley to Colt McCoy as his top receiver has been clear over the years.
But Shipley's abilities as a downfield threat make him the Longhorns' top deep threat.
The numbers for Shipley and the rest of the Texas receivers on those passes are interesting.
ESPN Stats & Information broke down the game films and came up with some interesting numbers.
Here are Colt McCoy's statistics throwing to downfield targets 15 yards or deeper since Oct. 1. The figures are broken down with separated with his throws to Shipley and to the rest of the Longhorns' team.
But Shipley's abilities as a downfield threat make him the Longhorns' top deep threat.
The numbers for Shipley and the rest of the Texas receivers on those passes are interesting.
ESPN Stats & Information broke down the game films and came up with some interesting numbers.
Here are Colt McCoy's statistics throwing to downfield targets 15 yards or deeper since Oct. 1. The figures are broken down with separated with his throws to Shipley and to the rest of the Longhorns' team.
Colt McCoy's targets 15 or more yards downfield
| Category | Shipley | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Comp-att | 12-13 | 4-14 |
| Yards Per Attempt | 29.2 | 8.5 |
| Touchdowns | 2 | 1 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 1 |
| Yards | 380 | 119 |
| QB efficiency rating | 388.62 | 109.26 |
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Tim Griffin
Griffin joined ESPN.com in February 2008. He has covered the Big 12 since its inception, among a variety of beats during a 24-year career at the San Antonio Express-News. Griffin, a Memphis State University graduate, lives in San Antonio with his wife and son.
