Kyle McCord, the former quarterback for the Ohio State Buckeyes, officially moved. Weeks after shocking the college football world by entering the portal, the former starting quarterback for the Buckeyes revealed on Sunday that he will be transferring to the Syracuse Orange. Recently, McCord gave his explanation for selecting the Orange over rival universities like Miami and Nebraska, which were both considered favorites to sign the junior quarterback. The primary factor that attracted the native of Mount Laurel, New Jersey to Syracuse, according to him, was the skill on the sidelines rather than the field.
“I think the experience on the coaching staff is extremely important,” McCord stated. It played a significant role in my choice. Simply being in an environment where talented players can surround me. They have made significant progress on the portal trail, attracting players from Georgia and other states. When you take all of things into account, it becomes a desirable location.”
“I think the experience on the coaching staff is extremely important,” said McCord. It was a major factor in my decision. just being in a setting where I can be surrounded by skilled players. They are drawing players from Georgia and other states, and they have made great strides on the gateway trail. When everything is considered, it becomes an attractive site.
In his debut season as the starting quarterback behind center, McCord passed for 3,170 yards and 24 touchdowns, helping Ohio State to many victories. McCord is under pressure to make a lasting impression as he approaches his senior year, and Syracuse is the ideal venue to do so. “I have one more chance to go out and really commit myself, and going through the process, I was looking at schools where I’d have a chance of winning right away,” McCord stated. “And with the pieces going there, I’ll definitely have that option.”
