Colt McCoy, QB

McCoy leaves Texas the all-time wins leader at the position, with 45 victories in 53 career games. He surpassed the former college record of 42 victories in 52 games by David Greene of Georgia (2001-04). The game he wanted to win most, the BCS Championship game, ended in a loss and McCoy was knocked out of the game with a right shoulder injury.

The only quarterback in school history to be named an All-American twice, the 2009 Big Twelve Conference Offensive Player of the Year is also the only quarterback in college annals to win at least 10 or games in each of his four seasons. His three bowl game victories tied another NCAA record. Known for his pinpoint accuracy, his pass completion percentage of 70.33 was just shy of breaking the old NCAA career-record of 70.39 by Colt Brennan of Hawaii (2005-07).

McCoy's 13,253 yards passing places him sixth in college football annals. He is one of only 11 quarterbacks to throw for at least 100 touchdowns during his career. His 112 scoring strikes rank seventh on the all-time list, while his 132 touchdowns responsible for rank sixth. He also generated 14,824 yards in total offense, a figure that was surpassed by just three other players in the history of the NCAA.

The first player in school history to throw for over 10,000 yards during a career, McCoy also rushed for 1,571 yards, finishing third in school history among UT quarterbacks. It is his ability to keep defenses honest with both his arm and feet that separate him from most quarterbacks in the 2010 draft class. In 53 games, he threw at least one touchdown and ran for at least one score in the same game 14 times. He had at least one touchdown pass in 48 contests and at least two scoring strikes in 35 games. He threw for at least 200 yards 38 times and for at least 300 yards 15 times, both school records.

McCoy would close out his Texas career owning 47 school records. That list includes most wins (45), completions (1,157), attempts (1,645), touchdown passes (112), passing yards (13,253), total offense (14,815), touchdowns responsible for (132), passer rating (155.0) and completion percentage (70.33 percent).

His school season records include most touchdown passes (34 in 2008), touchdowns responsible for (45 in 2008), passing yards (3,859 in 2008), most plays (599 in 2009), pass completions (332 in both 2008 and '09), attempts (470 in 2009) and completion percentage (76.67% in 2008). He is the only quarterback in UT history to post four seasons with at least 2,000 passing yards and 20 touchdown passes.

Prior to his redshirt freshman year, McCoy more than earned the nickname the media tagged him with (The Real McCoy, given because of his performance on the field as well as his leadership and personality), as he put his own life in danger to save another. On May 29, 2006, he swam 300 yards across a lake to help save the life of Ken Herrington, who was having a seizure on a small dock that extended into the privately owned lake.

In October 2009, a personal testimony about Colt's faith in Christ was added to the "I Am Second" video testimony series which includes Josh Hamilton, Joe Gibbs, Tony Dungy, Stephen Baldwin, Sam Bradford, Jason Witten, Brian Welch, Darrell Waltrip and Mike Huckabee.

On Jan. 11, 2010, Colt became engaged to his girlfriend, Rachel Glandorf, former middle-distance Track and Field athlete for Baylor University, by proposing on the screen at Darrell K. Royal Texas Memorial Stadium.

McCoy comes from a sports-oriented family with roundabout ties to others in the Longhorn program. His grandfather, Burl McCoy, is a member of the Abilene Christian University Sports Hall of Fame for his exploits both as an athlete and as the former women's basketball coach.

Colt's mother, Debra, was a shooting guard in basketball for her father at Abilene Christian. His father, Brad, was a safety in football at Abilene Christian. Brad was room-mates with Longhorn receiver Jordan Shipley's father, Bob, at Abilene Christian. Brad is now the head coach at Graham High School, where Colt's brother, Case, is the starting quarterback.

Prior to serving as head coach at Graham High, Colt's father was his head coach for the Jim Ned High School football team. Colt lettered three times on the gridiron, compiling a

34-2 record as their starting quarterback. He also handled punting duties during his final two campaigns. He led the school to a 12-1 record as a senior, helping them capture the District 3-2A title.

That season, he completed 204-of-315 passes (64.8 percent) for 3,806 yards and 47 touchdowns. Those 47 scoring strikes ranked sixth in District 2A season annals and eighth overall on the all-time Texas season-record list, at the time. He also rushed 71 times for 541 yards and seven touchdowns while punting 20 times for a 42.2-yard average. His best senior performance came vs. Grape Creek, as he completed 15-of-19 passes for 402 yards and six TDs in a 55-0 win.

McCoy was a two-time Associated Press 2A Offensive MVP and first-team All-State pick. He was also a two-time Texas Sports Writers Association first-team All-State. He would finish his prep career as the all-time leading passer in Texas 2A history and sixth overall in Texas high school history. He completed 536-of-849 passes (63.1%) for 9,344 yards and 116 touchdowns, adding 1,575 yards and 21 touchdowns on 206 carries.

As a junior, McCoy led his team to a 14-1 record and the 2A Division I finals. He hit on 238-of-371 passes (64.2%) for 3,939 yards and 50 touchdowns, as those 50 scoring strikes set a Texas 2A season-record and ranked sixth overall in the nation at the time, while the 3,939 yards ranked second on the 2A single-season list. He also rushed 86 times for 521 yards and punted 21 times for a 38.7 average.

In the state semifinal during his junior season, McCoy had 320 yards passing and four touchdowns, while rushing for 150 yards and three scores in a 49-21 win. He was also a four-year starter in basketball and an All-State selection as a junior, playing point guard as a senior after competing as a shooting guard his first three seasons. As a junior, he averaged 17 points per game. He was a three-time regional qualifier in track, including the mile relay and 110m hurdles.

McCoy enrolled at the University of Texas in 2005. He spent the season performing on the scout team, as Vince Young led the Longhorns to the national championship. Young left the program for the National Football League in 2006, as McCoy won a heated battle with Jevan Snead for the starting job. With the Tuscola, Texas native firmly entrenched behind center, Snead saw limited action in eight games that year, deciding that it was best to transfer after that campaign (enrolled at the University of Mississippi).

McCoy would go on to start all 13 games. The 2006 Davey O'Brien Award semifinalist was recognized as The Sporting News' National Freshman of the Year and was honored as the Touchdown Club of Columbus' National Freshman of the Year. He added Big Twelve Conference Offensive Freshman of the Year honors from the league's coaches and the Big Twelve Offensive Newcomer of the Year accolades from The Associated Press.

He shared the Longhorns' George "Hook" McCullough Co-MVP Award with defensive back Aaron Ross and was tabbed the Darrell K. Royal Most Valuable Offensive Player. He became the first freshman quarterback at Texas to win 10 games, as he completed 217-of-318 passes (68.23%) for 2,570 yards, 29 touchdowns and just seven interceptions. His 29 scoring strikes set a UT season record and tied the NCAA's season freshman mark. He also set the school's game record with six touchdown tosses vs. Baylor.

As a sophomore, McCoy earned Holiday Bowl Offensive MVP honors and was named to the Big Twelve Good Works team. The Longhorns' George "Hook" McCullough co-MVP went on to connect with 276-of-424 passes (65.09 percent) for 3,303 yards, the fourth-best yardage total in school history. His 276 pass completions placed third on UT's annual record chart. He threw for at least 200 yards in 11-of-13 games and in eight-straight to open the season.

In 2008, McCoy was one of two major college quarterbacks to throw for over 3,500 yards and rush for 500 yards during that campaign. He was named the Walter Camp Football Foundation Player of the Year, Chevrolet NCAA Offensive Player of the Year, Archie Griffin Award winner (Touchdown Club of Columbus) and Sporting News Co-Player of the Year.

The consensus All-American was involved in one of the closest Heisman races ever, trailing winner, Sam Bradford, by just 122 points (1,726 to 1,604).

Named the Big Twelve Offensive Player of the Year, completed 332-of-433 passes for 3,859 yards, 34 touchdowns and only eight interceptions. His pass completion percentage of 76.67 percent set the NCAA season record, as he went on to lead the Longhorns in rushing, tallying 561 yards with 11 scores, the most yardage on the ground by a Texas quarter-back other than Vince Young in the last 20 years.

In his final season, McCoy won the Walter Camp Football Foundation National Player of the Year Award, Maxwell Award (nation's top player), Davey O'Brien Award (nation's top QB) and Unitas Golden Arm Award (nation's top senior QB). He was a unanimous All-America selection, a finalist for the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award, the Wooden Cup (nation's top athlete/community) and Manning Award (nation's top QB), and was also named the Big Twelve Offensive Player of the Year by both The Associated Press and league's coaches.

In 14 games that year, McCoy went 332-of-470 (70.64 percent) for 3,521 yards and 27 touchdowns for a 147.4 passer rating. He also rushed for another 348 yards and three scores. His 70.6 completion percentage led the nation and his 147.42 pass efficiency rating ranked 16th, as he averaged 26.6 yards per touchdown pass on his 27 scoring throws.

Accuracy: Completion percentage benefits from many short throws and receiver screens. Puts those shorter throws where receivers can catch the ball, usually in a position where the receiver can make a play after the catch. Doesn't attempt a high number of intermediate-to-deep throws, although he can throw the intermediate out and the occasional line drive down the seam or sideline. Makes touch throws look easy while in the pocket or on the move but will float deep passes down the middle, often causing his receiver to stop or comeback for the ball.

Arm Strength: Improved arm strength over his career, and now has good zip on underneath patterns and short outs. Only adequate arm strength on deeper throws, although he can sneak a 40-yard rope into the end zone if he spots an open man. Inconsistent spiral on intermediate and longer tosses. Rarely throws into tight spots between defenders.

Setup/Release: Has only adequate height, but stands tall and balanced in the pocket to find passing lanes. Quiet feet when patient in his drop, but usually throws from shotgun. Willing to throw off back foot to get ball to receiver quickly, but that style gets him in trouble when throwing into traffic. Could be a bit more patient to sell ball and pump fakes. Good poise in the pocket and will stand in and take the hit. Inconsistent release, and will wind up at times allowing defenders to break on the ball. Missed throws tend to be high because he gets too anxious and forgets to follow through completely.

Reading Defenses: Intelligent enough to understand what the defense is giving him and take advantage of it. Patient enough to let deep routes develop. Usually throws to first read because he feels where defense is weak. He will take off if first option isn't available instead of going through progressions. Hesitates to make a read on QB sneaks, finding a sliver to get to the marker. Must prove he can survey the field after taking a snap from under center. Not always cognizant of double coverage, and will force throws to make a big play.

On the Move: Moves well inside the pocket, staying calm when pressured. Buys time with his feet, and is able to throw accurately on the run in either direction within 10-12 yards -- although he will lose his spiral. Loses accuracy past that point. Directs receivers into open areas while on the move. Picks up first downs -- and much more -- with his feet by displaying quickness and vision in the open field. Able to evade sackers and run through arm tackles, but is smart enough to slide or find the sideline when needed. Could be more patient looking for receivers downfield instead of tucking and running.

Intangibles: Good intelligence. Quiet leader with positive attitude who doesn't give up during games. Impeccable character. Plays tough; gets hit often whether running the ball and in the pocket but bounces back up. Teammates will play for him. College football's all-time winningest quarterback.

NFL Comparison: Jake Plummer, ex-Cardinals/Broncos

McCoy compiled a 45-8 record in 53 games as a starter, breaking the old NCAA record of 42 victories in 52 games by David Greene of Georgia (2001-04) … Holds virtually every school passing and total offense record (47 total), becoming the first player in NCAA history to register at least 10 victories in each of four seasons … The first Longhorn to throw for over 10,000 yards in a career, his total of 13,253 aerial yards rank sixth in NCAA annals behind Timmy Chang of Hawaii (17,072 yards; 2000-04), Graham Harrell of Texas Tech (15,753; 2005-08), Ty Detmer of Brigham Young (15,031; 1988-91), Colt Brennan of Hawaii (14,193; 2005-07) and Philip Rivers of North Carolina State (13,484; 2000-03) … His 13,253 aerial yards shattered the previous school record of 8,353 by Major Applewhite (1998-2001) … Texas quarterbacks have thrown for over 3,000 yards in a season just six times in the history of the program, as McCoy's 3,303 yards in 2007 rank fourth, 3,521 yards in 2009 rank second and 3,859 yards in 2008 rank first on UT's annual record chart … His 470 yards vs. Central Florida in 2009 established a school record …

Went on to become UT's first ever four-time team MVP and three-time bowl game Offensive MVP (his three bowl wins are a UT best and tied for the second most by a starting QB in NCAA history) … Completed 70.33% of his passes, just shy of the NCAA career-record of 70.39% by Colt Brennan of Hawaii (2005-07) and set the school record by throwing for over 300 yards in a game fourteen times during his career … His 38 200-yard aerial performances (21 consecutive) also set a UT all-time mark … Holds the school career (155.01) and season (173.75 in 2008) pass efficiency records … His 2008 mark ranks third on the Big Twelve Conference season-record list behind Sam Bradford of Oklahoma (180.8 in 2008 and 176.5 in 2007) … Holds the school career (1,645), season (470 in 2009) and game (58 vs. Ohio State in 2008) records for most pass attempts … Also established new Texas game (41 vs. Ohio State in 2008), season (332 in both 2008 and '09) and career (1,157) records for most pass completions … Holds the school game (six vs. Baylor in 2006), season (34 in 2008; also ranking second with 29 in 2006 and third with 27 in 2009) and career (112) records for touchdown passes … His 112 career touchdown throws rank seventh in NCAA history behind Graham Harrell of Texas Tech (134, 2005-08), Colt Brennan of Hawaii (131, 2005-07), Ty Detmer of Brigham Young (121, 1988-91), Timmy Chang of Hawaii (117, 2000-04), Tim Rattay of Louisiana Tech (115, 1997-99) and Danny Wuerffel of Florida (114, 1993-96) … The only other Big Twelve Conference quarterback to throw for over 100 touchdowns, outside of McCoy and Harrell, was Chase Daniel of Missouri (101, 2005-08) … He is the only Big Twelve quarterback to complete more than 70% of his passes in a season (70.64% in 2009 and 76.67%) in 2008) … His pass completion percentage of 76.67% in 2008 set the NCAA record, topping the previous mark of

73.6% by Daunte Culpepper of Central Florida in 1998 … Joined Daniel (1,094), Kliff Kingsbury of Texas Tech (1,231 from 1999-2002) and Harrell (NCAA record 1,403) as the only Big Twelve players to complete more than 1,000 passes (1,157) in a career … Gained 14,824 yards in total offense, a Texas career-record … That total ranks second in Big Twelve annals behind Graham Harrell of Texas Tech (15,793, 2005-08) and placed fourth in NCAA history behind Timmy Chang of Hawaii (16,910 yards; 2000-04), Dan LeFevour of Central Michigan (15,853; 2006-09) and Harrell … Set the school career-record with 132 touchdowns responsible for … Threw at least one touchdown pass in 48-of-53 games and had at least one touchdown passing and another rushing in the same contest 14 times …

Has produced 84 plays of 30 yards or more, 35 plays of 40 yards or more and 22 plays of 50 yards or more … Became the first player in UT history to record at least 2,500 total yards in four seasons … Has tallied five games of at least 400 total yards … McCoy set the school game-record with 470 aerial yards vs. Central Florida in 2009, topping the previous mark of 419 yards by Chris Simms vs. Nebraska in 2002 … His 483 yards in total offense in the 2009 UCF clash rank second on the school game-record list, topped by Vince Young's 506 yards vs. Oklahoma State in 2005 … McCoy became just the third player in NCAA history to pass for more than 300 yards and rush for over 150 in a game, as he threw for 304 yards and rushed for 175 in the 2009 Texas A&M contest … His 479 yards of total offense in that Texas A&M clash rank third on the school game-record list. Along with his 425 yards vs. Kansas the previous week, he became the first Longhorn to post back-to-back games with at least 425 yards of total offense.

Named the Walter Camp Football Foundation Player of the Year, as he was the recipient of the Maxwell Award (collegiate player of the Year), Davey O'Brien Award (nation's top quarterback) and Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (nation's top senior quarterback) … All-American first-team pick by Walter Camp, Associated Press, Football Writers Association and the American Football Coaches Association and named Big Twelve Conference Offensive Player of the Year … Named the winner of the 2010 Manning Award, honoring the nation's top quarterback. "I'm very honored to be able to win the Manning Award," McCoy said. "I did get to know Archie, Peyton and Eli at the (Manning) camp this summer, and they have helped me a lot this year and through the process of getting started in the NFL. I'm very thankful for their relationship, and to have an award named after them and their family - they're a true football family - is very special to me. You also always have to mention Cooper when you mention the Manning family. This is very special to me and to The University of Texas. I'm very honored and privileged to win the Manning Award." … McCoy became the second Longhorn to win the award in its six-year history, following Vince Young after the 2005 season. McCoy was also a finalist last season … Finalist for the Campbell Trophy (formerly Draddy Trophy) which recognizes all-around excellence on the field, in the classroom and in society, and the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award … Started all fourteen games, compiling a 13-1 record, as he missed most of the BCS Championship Game after suffering a right shoulder injury during the game's opening possession … Completed 332 (tied school season-record) of 470 passes for 3,521 yards, 27 touchdowns and 12 interceptions … Ranked second on the squad with 348 yards and three scores on 129 carries (2.7 yards per carry) … Punted four times for 131 yards (32.8 avg), as all four of his attempts were downed inside the 20-yard line … On 599 offensive snaps, he generated 3,869 yards in total offense, ranking 17th in the nation with an average of 276.36 yards per game … Placed 16th in the major college ranks and led the conference with a 147.42 pass efficiency rating … 159 of his 332 pass completions were good for first downs, as 137 of those tosses gained at least 10 yards, including 35 for 20 yards or longer … Had 12 of his passes intercepted and 34 others deflected by the opposition, as he turned the ball over four more times on five fumbles and was sacked 30 times for losses totaling 164 yards … Added 28 first downs with his 129 carries, including converting 14 third-down attempts.

Named Walter Camp Football Foundation Player of the Year, Chevrolet NCAA Offensive Player of the Year, Archie Griffin Award winner (Touchdown Club of Columbus) and Sporting News Co-Player of the Year … Selected first-team All-American by the Football Writers Association of America, Sports Illustrated and the Walter Camp Foundation, adding second-team honors from The NFL Draft Report and the Associated Press … Was involved in one of the closest Heisman races ever, trailing winner, Sam Bradford, by just 122 points (1,726 to 1,604) … Finalist for the Maxwell Award, the Davey O'Brien Quarterback Award and the Manning Award … Chosen Big Twelve Conference Offensive Player of the Year by The Associated Press, Austin American-Statesman, Dallas Morning News, San Antonio Express-News and Waco Tribune-Herald … Named Fiesta Bowl Offensive MVP … Was a member of the 2008 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team … Chosen Davey O'Brien Award Quarterback of the Week three times and Walter Camp Offensive Player of the Week and AT&T ESPN All-America Player of the Week for his performance vs. Missouri … Also picked as the conference Offensive Player of the Week three times and tabbed UT's Most Productive Offensive Performer eight times … Completed a school season-record 332 passes on 433 attempts, setting an NCAA season-record with his pass completion percentage of 76.67% … Threw for a career-high 3,859 yards, breaking the previous school single-season record of 3,357 yards by Major Applewhite in 1999 … His 34 touchdown passes topped his own UT season-record of 29 in 2006 … Had just eight interceptions, as he also led the team with 561 yards and 11 touchdowns on 136 carries (4.1 yards per carry) … Punted twice for 69 yards (34.5-yard average), as both attempts were downed inside the 20-yard line … Ranked third in the nation with a 173.25 pass efficiency rating and fifth in the major college ranks with an average of 340.0 yards per game in total offense, generating a school season-record 4,420 yards … Placed sixth in the nation in points responsible for (21.08 points per game) … One of only two quarterbacks nationally that passed for over 3,500 yards and rushed for over 500 in 2008 … Rushed and passed for a touchdown in the same game eight times … Went 42-of-52 (80.8 percent) for 331 yards and 20 touchdowns (two interceptions) in the red zone … Averaged 25.3 yards per touchdown pass … His 45 touchdowns responsible for broke Vince Young's season-record of 38 in 2005 … Threw for at least 200 yards in 12 of 13 games, which broke UT's record of 11 set by Major Applewhite (1999) and matched by McCoy in 2007 … His six games of 300 yards passing ranks first on UT's season-record list.

2008 GAME HIGHLIGHTS

Florida Atlantic … McCoy wasted little time getting his All-American campaign off the ground, connecting on 82.8% of his passes (24-of-29) for 222 yards and three touchdowns, adding another score on a 2-yard run, finishing the day with 103 yards on 12 carries … The Big Twelve Conference co-Offensive Player of the Week joined Vince Young as the only Texas quarterbacks to throw for over 200 yards and rush for over 100 yards in a game twice during a career.

Texas-El Paso … The junior quarterback completed 20-of-29 tries for 282 yards and four touchdowns … He was intercepted once, but made up for that miscue with a 23-yard scoring strike to Blaine Irby that capped a 6-play, 86-yard series.

Rice … McCoy followed with another four touchdown tosses among his 19-of-23 attempts (82.6%), gaining 329 aerial yards to go with 83 yards on eight carries that included an 8-yard score … He completed touchdown tosses of 30 and 60 yards to Jordan Shipley in the second quarter.

Arkansas … The Longhorn completed 89.5% of his attempts (17-of-19) for 185 yards and three touchdowns … McCoy also carried nine times for 84 yards and scores of 35 and 5 yards in the second stanza … Jordan Shipley pulled in 8 and 6-yard touchdown tosses from his quarterback.

Oklahoma … Earned Davey O'Brien National Quarterback of the Week and Big Twelve Offensive Player of the Week honors for his game vs. the Sooners, as he hit on 28-of-35 passes for 277 yards and a touchdown in a 28-35 win … During the contest, he topped Major Applewhite's school career-record for pass completions (611), as the junior finished the game with 624 successful tosses as a Longhorn.

Missouri … McCoy connected on a career-high 90.6% of his passes (29-of-32) in a 56-31 win, generating 337 yards with a pair of touchdowns … He ran for scores of 6 and 2 yards before finding Malcolm Williams with a 32-yard touchdown and Jordan Shipley with a 13-yard toss into the end zone during second quarter action … McCoy surpassed Vince Young as the UT career leader in touchdowns responsible for, finishing the game with 82 … He was also named the Walter Camp National Offensive Player of the Week, AT&T ESPN All-America Player of the Week, Davey O'Brien Quarterback of the Week and Big Twelve Offensive Player of the Week for his performance.

Oklahoma State … Set school records by completing 38 passes (45 attempts) that included a record-breaking string of 18 consecutive successful tosses, piling up 391 yards with a pair of touchdowns, as he also scored on a 3-yard run … His 391 aerial yards and 432 yards in total offense were then career-highs for the junior passer (gained 470 yards passing and 483 yards in total offense vs. Central Florida in 2009) … His 432 total yards rank fourth on the school game-record list and gave him 9,232 total yards for his career, setting a new Texas all-time record … His 391 aerial yards improved his career total of 8,452, moving past Major Applewhite (8,353; 1998-2001) to establish another UT all-time mark.

Texas Tech … McCoy collected 391 yards with two touchdowns on 38-of-45 tosses (84.4%), as his 91-yarder to Malcolm Williams was McCoy's longest completion as a Longhorn and rank fifth in school history.

Baylor … McCoy gained 300 yards on 26-of-37 tries, throwing for a season-high five touch-downs, but he was also intercepted twice and sacked once … Quan Cosby got the team's first points for the day on a 35-yard seam pass from McCoy and the QB also hit Cosby with a 26-yard scoring strike to end the first half.

Texas A&M … The Longhorn hit on 23-of-28 attempts (82.1%) for 311 yards and two touch-downs, adding 49 yards on eleven carries that included scoring runs of 14 and 16 yards … This marked McCoy's seventh game during the 2008 campaign that he completed more than 80% of his passes, setting a Big Twelve Conference annual record.

Ohio State (Fiesta Bowl) … For the third consecutive postseason, McCoy garnered bowl MVP honors … He threw for a then career-high 414 yards on 41-of-58 chances (70.7%) that included two touchdowns … He also scored on a 14-yard run in the third quarter … His 26-yard touchdown toss to Quan Cosby was the game-winner, coming with 0:16 left in the game, capping a 78-yard, 11-play possession … McCoy's 41 completions and 58 attempts both set both school and BCS game-records … His 414 aerial yards are the third-highest in a BCS contest.

Named to the Big Twelve Conference Good Works Team, adding Academic All-Big Twelve honors … Selected the team's George "Hook" McCullough co-MVP and UT's Outstanding Quarterback … Earned Holiday Bowl Offensive MVP honors … Started all 13 games, becoming just the fourth player in school history to throw for over 3,000 yards in a season, as McCoy completed 276-of-424 passes (65.09%) for 3,303 yards (fourth on the UT season-record list), 22 touchdowns (tied for sixth on UT's season-record list) for a passer rating of 139.16 (24th in NCAA) … Averaged 22.0 yards per touchdown and was intercepted a career-high 18 times … His 276 completions rank third on the school annual record chart … Threw for at least 200 yards in 11 of 13 games and in eight straight to open the season … Equaled UT's all-time record by reaching 1,000 passing yards after the first four games and tied for second on the Longhorns' all-time list by reaching 2,000 yards after eight games … Ranked second on the team in rushing with 492 yards on 114 carries (4.3 yards per carry) that included four scores … Punted three times for 80 yards (26.7-yard average), placing all three attempts inside the 20-yard line … Posted 3,795 yards of total offense, ranking 22nd in the NCAA with an average of 291.92 yards per game … Tallied at least 300 yards of total offense in 6-of-13 contests.

2007 GAME HIGHLIGHTS

Arkansas State … McCoy opened the season by completing 22-of-33 passes (66.7%) for 223 yards and two touchdowns, as he also punted for the first time during his Longhorns' career … His two pooch attempts went distances of 32 and 28 yards, as both were downed inside the 20-yard line … Limas Sweed was the beneficiary of McCoy's first scoring strike for the season, a 35-yarder just 2:35 into the contest.

Rice … The sophomore totaled a season-high 333 yards behind 20-of-29 attempts, as three of his completions resulted in touchdowns … His 295 yards gained during the first half of that contest were the second-highest amount of yards gained by a UT quarterback during the first two quarters of a game … McCoy connected with his favorite target, Limas Sweed on scoring tosses of 24 and 52 yards, as the QB struck quickly, completing those passes on the first snap during each of those possessions.

Kansas State … The Longhorns were upset in a 41-21 loss, as McCoy gained 200 yards on 19-of-39 throws with one touchdown, but he was also intercepted a career-high four times … Those four pass thefts were one shy of the school game record, as both Bret Stafford (vs. Oklahoma in 1987) and Todd Dodge (vs. Houston in 1984) were intercepted five times.

Oklahoma … Texas lost for the second consecutive game, as McCoy totaled 324 yards on 19-of-26 attempts (73.1%) with two touchdowns, but he was intercepted once and sacked four times.

Iowa State … McCoy bounced back with 23-of-29 passes (79.3%) for 298 yards and four touchdowns, adding another score on a 44-yard scamper … He also fired a 58-yard touch-down bomb to Jordan Shipley on the Longhorns' first play from scrimmage … The QB finished the day with 50 yards on four carries.

Baylor … The Longhorn passer followed with 25-of-34 attempts (73.5%) for 293 yards and a touchdown, but was also intercepted twice … It marked the third consecutive game that McCoy completed more than 70% of his tosses … Despite being sacked three times, he still gained 44 yards on ten carries.

Oklahoma State … Texas pulled out a 38-35 victory, despite seeing McCoy throw another three interceptions and get sacked three times … Poor protection upfront saw the QB run for 106 yards on 16 tries, as he also connected on 20-of-28 attempts for 282 yards and a 20-yard touchdown to tight end Jermichael Finley.

Texas Tech … Texas prevailed in a 59-43 shootout, as McCoy delivered 268 yards on 21-of-30 chances that included four touchdowns and one interception … He also rushed 11 times for 51 yards and scores of 1 and 22 yards … Touchdown tosses of 34 yards to Nate Jones and 16 yards to Quan Cosby sealed the victory in the fourth quarter … McCoy completed passes to seven different receivers during the game.

Arizona State (Holiday Bowl) … Was named Bowl MVP for the second consecutive post-season contest, as the quarterback collected 174 yards on 21-of-31 passes and ran for 84 yards on 16 tries, including a 9-yard score … He also found Derek Lokey with a 2-yard touchdown lob on the game's opening drive.

The Davey O'Brien Award semifinalist was recognized as The Sporting News' National Freshman of the Year and honored as the Touchdown Club of Columbus' National Freshman of the Year … Was twice named the Cingular All-America Player of the Week, as the Big Twelve Conference Offensive Freshman of the Year (league's coaches) was also picked the Big Twelve's Offensive Newcomer of the Year by The Associated Press … All-Big Twelve Conference second-team pick, adding Academic All-Big Twelve accolades … The George "Hook" McCullough Co-MVP was selected the Alamo Bowl Offensive MVP, as he also captured Darrell K. Royal Most Valuable Offensive Player recognition … Became the first freshman quarterback in school history to win 10 games in a season, as he hit on 217-of-318 passes (68.23%) for 2,570 yards, 29 touchdowns and seven interceptions … His 29 touchdowns set a UT season-record and tied the NCAA's annual freshman mark that he shares with David Neill of Nevada … Also set the school's game-record with six touchdown passes vs. Baylor … Threw touchdowns in 11-of-13 games and two scores in 10 contests … Had a streak of ten straight games with a touchdown pass, which ranks fourth on UT's all-time list … Set the school freshman season mark with 2,570 pass yards and 2,740 total yards … His 161.82 passer rating ranked eighth nationally … Also rushed for 170 yards with two touchdowns on 68 carries (2.5 yards per carry) … Completed passes to 12 different targets and touchdown passes to nine different receivers … Participated in 14 plays of 30 yards or more, including nine plays of 40 yards or more and six plays of 50 yards or more.

2006 GAME HIGHLIGHTS

North Texas … McCoy made his collegiate debut by hitting on 12-of-19 passes for 178 yards and three touchdowns, including a 68-yarder to Limas Sweed, McCoy's first collegiate scoring strike … Also added 38 yards on four carries with a 1-yard touchdown … He became the first UT freshman quarterback to start and win the season opener since Bobby Layne in 1944.

Iowa State … The freshman connected on 18-of-23 attempts (78.3%) for 212 yards, two touchdowns and an interception, as he also gained 22 yards on seven runs … His 15-yard scoring strike to Limas Sweed ended a 74-yard, 8-play possession.

Sam Houston State … McCoy set a school game-record for freshman, completing 86.7% of his passes (13-of-15) for 178 yards and two touchdowns, including a 42-yarder to Limas Sweed, as the frosh passer completed his first nine attempts in the game.

Baylor … Set the school game-record with six touchdowns, as he generated 275 yards on 21-of-32 chances and ran nine times for 26 yards … His long touchdowns were good for 50 yards to Limas Sweed and 62 yards to Billy Pittman … Earned Cingular All-America Player of the Week honors for his performance.

Nebraska … McCoy added 220 yards and two scores on 25-of-39 tosses, finding Limas Sweed with a 55-yard touchdown to lead the Longhorns to a 22-20 decision.

Texas Tech … The Longhorns emerged victorious from a 35-31 shootout, as McCoy tallied four touchdowns and completed 21-of-31 throws for 256 yards, adding 68 yards on nine carries … Was again named Cingular All-America Player of the Week, the Walter Camp Player of the Week, received the Master Coaches Survey Game Ball and was named Big 12 Player of the Week for his performance … His 327 yards in total offense rank fifth on the school game-record list for freshman.

Oklahoma State … Followed with a season-high 346 yards on 23-of-29 attempts (79.3%) that included three touchdowns … His longest scoring toss was a 28-yard flag pass to Billy Pittman … His 352 aerial yards rank second on the school freshman game-record list.

Kansas State … McCoy ran for a touchdown and completed all four pass attempts for 51 yards before he was hurt on his scoring plunge … The quarterback got pinned under the pile on the play and came up favoring his right shoulder. He was replaced by freshman Jevan Snead.

Iowa (Alamo Bowl) … Named the bowl's MVP after he completed 26-of-40 throws for 308 yards and a pair of touchdowns in a 26-24 triumph … He fired a 72-yard scoring bomb to tailback Jamaal Charles in the third quarter after hitting Limas Sweed with a 20-yard touchdown earlier in the game … His 72-yarder was the fourth-longest pass completion by a freshman in school annals.

Redshirted as a freshman.

2006 Season: Missed most of the Kansas State game (11/11) after he suffered a right shoulder contusion when he was caught under a pile scoring on a rushing attempt.

2009 Season: McCoy suffered a pinched nerve in his throwing shoulder on a big hit on the fifth snap of the national title game vs. Alabama and did not return. He was not expected to have lingering effects, but will require extensive medical checks and was forced to decline an invitation to participate in the 2010 Senior Bowl.

Campus: 4.72 in the 40-yard dash … 1.65 10-yard dash … 2.71 20-yard dash … 4.23 20-yard shuttle … 7.22 three-cone drill … 29-inch vertical jump … 9'1" broad jump … Bench pressed 225 pounds 12 times.

Attended Jim Ned (Tuscola, Tex.) High, playing football for his father, head coach Brad McCoy … Lettered three times on the gridiron, compiling a 34-2 record as their starting quarterback … Also handled punting duties during his final two campaigns … Led the school to a 12-1 record as a senior, helping them capture the District 3-2A title … That season, he completed 204-of-315 passes (64.8%) for 3,806 yards and 47 touchdowns … Those 47 scoring strikes ranked sixth in District 2A season annals and eighth overall on the all-time Texas season-record list, at the time … Also rushed 71 times for 541 yards and seven touchdowns while punting 20 times for a 42.2 average … His best senior performance came vs. Grape Creek, as he completed 15-of-19 passes for 402 yards and six TDs in a 55-0 win … Two-time Associated Press 2A Offensive MVP and first-team All-State pick … Also a two-time Texas Sports Writers Association first-team All-State … Finished his prep career as the all-time leading passer in Texas 2A history and sixth overall in Texas high school history … Completed 536-of-849 passes (63.1%) for 9,344 yards and 116 touchdowns, adding 1,575 yards and 21 touchdowns on 206 carries … As a junior, McCoy led his team to a 14-1 record and the 2A Division I finals … Hit on 238-of-371 passes (64.2%) for 3,939 yards and 50 touchdowns, as those 50 scoring strikes set a Texas 2A season-record and ranked sixth overall in the nation at the time, while the 3,939 yards ranked second on the 2A single-season list … Also rushed 86 times for 521 yards and punted 21 times for a 38.7 average … In the state semifinals vs. Shallowater High during his junior campaign, McCoy recorded 320 yards passing and four touchdowns, while rushing for 150 yards and three scores in a 49-21 win … Four-year starter in basketball and an All-State selection as a junior, playing point guard as a senior after competing as a shooting guard his first three seasons … As a junior, he averaged 17 points per game … Three-time regional qualifier in track, including the mile relay and 110m hurdles … Graduated with a 3.87 grade point average … Three-time member of the National Honor Society … Three-time academic all-district selection in football and four-time selection in basketball … Participated in church youth group for four years … His volunteer work has included landscaping yards for the elderly, visiting nursing homes, meals on wheels and ministry … Spent three days a week for two years reading at elementary schools and tutoring underprivileged children.

Graduated in December, 2009 with a degree in Sports Management … Three-time Academic All-Big Twelve Conference choice and five-time member of UT's Athletics Director's Honor Roll … One of UT's most active community service participants who was selected to the AFCA (2008) and Big 12 (2007) Good Works teams … Spent his spring break traveling to Peru to do missionary work … Part of a group of Longhorns that regularly visits patients at the Dell Children's Medical Center … Volunteered as a phone operator at the Children's Miracle Network telethon … Volunteers as a mentor at local elementary and middle schools and serves as a featured speaker representing the Fellowship of Christian Athletes … Comes from a sports-oriented family … Mother, Debra, was a shooting guard in basketball and father, Brad, was a safety in football at Abilene Christian … Father was roommates with Longhorn WR Jordan Shipley's father, Bob, at Abilene Christian … Brad coached Colt at Jim Ned High School and is presently the head coach at Graham High, where Colt's brother, Case, is the starting quarterback … Another brother, Chance, is a sophomore wide receiver at Abilene Christian … Grandfather, Burl McCoy, is a member of the Abilene Christian University Sports Hall of Fame for his exploits both as an athlete and as the former women's basketball coach … Some media features on Colt refer to him jokingly as "The Real McCoy" because of his performance on the field as well as his leadership and personality … In October 2009, a personal testimony about Colt's faith in Christ was added to the "I Am Second" video testimony series which includes other famous people such as Josh Hamilton, Joe Gibbs, Tony Dungy, Stephen Baldwin, Sam Bradford, Jason Witten, Brian Welch, Darrell Waltrip, and Mike Huckabee … On January 11th, 2010, Colt became engaged to his girlfriend, Rachel Glandorf, former middle-distance Track and Field athlete for Baylor University, by proposing on the screen at Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium … Born Daniel McCoy on 9/05/86 in Hobbs, New Mexico.