Jamie McCoy
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Career Summary
Jamie McCoy was a Texas A&M tight end who reached the Pittsburgh Steelers' active roster in 2012.
Jamie McCoy played tight end at Texas A&M after beginning his college career at other offensive positions. He later developed with the Pittsburgh Steelers and appeared on their active roster late in the 2012 season.
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Early Life
McCoy was from Midland, Texas.
Texas A&M listed McCoy's hometown as Midland, Texas.
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College Career
McCoy became a productive tight end at Texas A&M after shifting from quarterback and wide receiver.
Texas A&M said McCoy's move from quarterback and wide receiver to tight end paid immediate dividends in 2008. In his first season at tight end, he caught 43 passes for 500 yards and five touchdowns, with every game producing at least one reception.
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Path to the NFL
McCoy signed a reserve/future contract with Pittsburgh in January 2011.
The Steelers signed McCoy, listed as a fullback/tight end, to a reserve/future contract in January 2011.
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NFL Career
McCoy spent time on Pittsburgh's practice squad before joining the active roster late in 2012.
Pittsburgh signed McCoy to its practice squad in September 2011 and again placed him on its practice squad during 2012. The Steelers signed him to the active roster in December 2012 after injuries at tight end, and the team later reported that he was active for the season finale against Cleveland.
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Career Accomplishments
McCoy was named to the 2009 John Mackey Award watch list after a record-tying Texas A&M season for tight ends.
Texas A&M named McCoy to the 2009 John Mackey Award watch list. The school said his five touchdown receptions in 2008 matched the program record for tight ends.
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Playing Style
McCoy's college position change and Pittsburgh practice reports showed a versatile tight end with receiving and blocking responsibilities.
McCoy transitioned from quarterback and wide receiver to tight end at Texas A&M, where he became a frequent receiver. A Steelers training-camp report later highlighted both his work in a one-on-one blocking drill and a touchdown catch during practice.
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