Chat with Pittsburgh RB LeSean McCoy

McCoy played a big part in Pitt's 26-21 upset of then-No. 10 South Florida in Week 6. McCoy piled up 142 rushing yards on 28 carries and two TDs. He also added 23 yards receiving. The win bumped Pitt into the top 25, reaching No. 24.
The 142 yards followed up a 149-yard performance in a 34-24 win over Syracuse. His 533 total rushing yards on the season ranks 20th in the country. His seven rushing TDs tie him for 17th. The Harrisburg, Penn. native rushed for over 1,300 yards as a freshman.
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Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)
LeSean, Do you have any pre-game rituls?
LeSean McCoy (12:02 PM)
Not really. I pray and usually listen to music. I like G-Unit and 50 Cent.
John, MI
What's it like being a campus icon? How do you handle everything?
LeSean McCoy (12:03 PM)
It's cool. I try to be humble and try not to let it get to my head.
Dominic Pittsburgh PA
Are you excited to play in such a historical place like Notre Dame Stadium later on this year?
LeSean McCoy (12:04 PM)
Of course. From all the great players that they have had and the great tradition, I really excited to play there later on this season.
Ryan NE,NJ
LeSean, what was the whole recruiting process like?
LeSean McCoy (12:06 PM)
It was crazy. I was looking at so many schools. I wanted to stay close to home and I felt comfortable with Coach Wannstedt and the entire Pitt staff.
Christopher (Herndon, VA)
Hi, LeSean. To you, what was the coolest part of meeting Mr. Dorsett?
LeSean McCoy (12:07 PM)
How much down to earth he was. He answered all the questions I Had. I was just really surprised about how down to earth he was.
George (South Park, Pa)
Awesome game against South Florida, but I am curious. How would you grade your performance that night and overall this season?
LeSean McCoy (12:08 PM)
I would give myself a B against South Florida and a C for the whole season.
Bryan (Harrisburg, PA)
What do you think is the biggest difference between last year's team and this Panther team?
LeSean McCoy (12:09 PM)
I think the difference is this year we are finding ways to win close games and we are playing more as a team.
Matt (IA)
What other sports did you used to play?
LeSean McCoy (12:10 PM)
I played basketball and baseball in a rec league.
Boo Smith Alabama
I think LeSean McCoy is one of the most underrated backs in the nation. He would be a great running back even if he was in the SEC!
eddie(pittsburgh)
LeSean,with the bye week how will you and the team keep the momentum into the Navy game and rest of the Big East schedule?
LeSean McCoy (12:12 PM)
We just have to be prepared for every game. We know what it's like to be on top and then lose. So we really just have to come out prepared and ready to play.
Seth (Monroe, NC)
What game are you most looking forward to tis season?
LeSean McCoy (12:12 PM)
Notre Dame
Eddie (Pittsburgh,PA)
What's been your favorite part of playing college football?
LeSean McCoy (12:13 PM)
All the excitement. Playing in big games and hearing the crowd, it's all very exciting.
Tim (Memphis,TN)
Who was your idle growing up?
LeSean McCoy (12:14 PM)
Barry Sanders and my brother Leron McCoy.
CICB (Norristown, PA)
Whats up with the nickname? You like Shady or LeSean? - CICB
LeSean McCoy (12:15 PM)
I like Shady.
Matt (IA)
Who do you think the best team in the country is?
LeSean McCoy (12:15 PM)
Pittsburgh!
LeSean McCoy (12:16 PM)
To be honest I would say Oklahoma.
nate (oakland, pa)
Who do you think is the most exciting player in college football?
LeSean McCoy (12:17 PM)
Michale Crabtree WR from Texas Tech.
Mike (Chicago, IL)
LeSean, who is your favorite NFL team?
LeSean McCoy (12:17 PM)
I never had one!
Dave (Coroapolis, Pa)
What team would you most like to play against? At home or away and why?
LeSean McCoy (12:19 PM)
USC at home because they are a top team and I am a competitor who wants to play top teams.
CICB (Norristown, PA)
How about current NFL running backs? Who do you like? Westbrook, Barber, Portis?
LeSean McCoy (12:20 PM)
LT and Reggie Bush.
LeSean McCoy (12:21 PM)
Thank you for the all the questions. I had a good time chatting with you. Go Pitt!
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