On The Trail: Tyler Boyd
Tyler Boyd struggling with final decision 
February, 5, 2013
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Jared Shanker | ESPN.com
With less than 24 hours until signing day, ESPN 300 athlete Tyler Boyd (Clairton, Pa./Clairton) is still wrestling with his decision.
That decision will come at 10 a.m. Wednesday at his high school with his teammates, his mother, Tonya Payne, told ESPN.com in a text message.
Earlier Tuesday, Payne said it was up in the air whether Boyd, No. 165 in the ESPN 300, would announce at 10 a.m. ET Wednesday at his high school with his teammates. Boyd will fax his letter of intent to Pittsburgh, Tennessee or West Virginia.
That decision will come at 10 a.m. Wednesday at his high school with his teammates, his mother, Tonya Payne, told ESPN.com in a text message.
Earlier Tuesday, Payne said it was up in the air whether Boyd, No. 165 in the ESPN 300, would announce at 10 a.m. ET Wednesday at his high school with his teammates. Boyd will fax his letter of intent to Pittsburgh, Tennessee or West Virginia.
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The rumor mill began churning Monday evening regarding the three Pittsburgh commitments from Clairton (Pa.), speculating that not only was Tyler Boyd on the fence but teammates Titus Howard and Terrish Webb were as well.
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The recruitment of four-star athlete Tyler Boyd (Clairton, Pa./Clairton) has taken another major turn.
Boyd and his family were scheduled to host West Virginia for an in-home visit Friday night, but his mother Tonya Payne said she spoke with the West Virginia coaches Wednesday night and that plan has changed.
Boyd and his family were scheduled to host West Virginia for an in-home visit Friday night, but his mother Tonya Payne said she spoke with the West Virginia coaches Wednesday night and that plan has changed.
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Vols' big recruiting weekend dealt a blow
January, 24, 2013
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Jared Shanker | ESPN.com
Knoxville has been teeming with top 2013 prospects since Butch Jones began hosting visitors in January, but the new Tennessee coach will no longer be bringing in a top target on campus as planned.
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ESPN 300 ATH, Pitt commit visiting Vols?
January, 24, 2013
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Jared Shanker | ESPN.com
When ESPN 300 athlete Tyler Boyd (Clairton, Pa./Clairton) committed to Pittsburgh on national TV, he did it with the disclaimer he would make official visits to other programs.
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With two weeks left until signing day, NittanyNation takes a closer look at what fans should know about the state of the class and this Penn State team.
Team needs: Defensive coordinator John Butler made it clear he wasn't happy with the secondary's depth last season. At cornerback, untested true freshman Da'Quan Davis was the backup, and the safeties opened the year as the team's weakness.
That's not the only concern. With Matt McGloin's departure, Steven Bench is now the most experienced quarterback on the team. And he threw just eight passes last season. Linebacker is also a position that could use a few extra bodies, especially with Michael Mauti and Gerald Hodges making a run at the NFL.
Team needs: Defensive coordinator John Butler made it clear he wasn't happy with the secondary's depth last season. At cornerback, untested true freshman Da'Quan Davis was the backup, and the safeties opened the year as the team's weakness.
That's not the only concern. With Matt McGloin's departure, Steven Bench is now the most experienced quarterback on the team. And he threw just eight passes last season. Linebacker is also a position that could use a few extra bodies, especially with Michael Mauti and Gerald Hodges making a run at the NFL.
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Clemson
Ebenezer Ogundeko DE Brooklyn, N.Y./Thomas Jefferson
HT: 6-3 WT: 229
Position Rank: #10 DE
Clemson
Ebenezer Ogundeko DE Brooklyn, N.Y./Thomas Jefferson
HT: 6-3 WT: 229
Position Rank: #10 DE
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The importance of keeping in-state kids at home and also away from Penn State is critical to the long term success of Pitt’s program, especially now that they enter the ACC this coming fall. Tyler Boyd (Clairton, Pa./Clairton) adds versatility and playmaking skills on both sides of the ball with a likelihood he will end up as a pass catcher on offense. He is more shifty and quick than fast, but has good size and could play in the slot as well. While Paul Chryst wants to run the football, weapons outside are necessary for balance and big plays over the top off play-action.
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As artist Meat Loaf once said, “Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad.”
On Saturday, ESPN 300 athlete Tyler Boyd (Clairton, Pa./Clairton) committed to the Panthers during the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, giving Pitt two of its top three Western Pennsylvania’s targets.
The addition of Boyd is a big one for the Panthers, who missed out on ESPN 150 receiver Robert Foster two weeks ago. The Panthers were hoping to pair both Boyd and Foster, who picked Alabama, at receiver, but they will settle for Boyd and Belle Vernon (Pa.) Area offensive tackle Dorian Johnson, the No. 2 tackle nationally.
On Saturday, ESPN 300 athlete Tyler Boyd (Clairton, Pa./Clairton) committed to the Panthers during the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, giving Pitt two of its top three Western Pennsylvania’s targets.
The addition of Boyd is a big one for the Panthers, who missed out on ESPN 150 receiver Robert Foster two weeks ago. The Panthers were hoping to pair both Boyd and Foster, who picked Alabama, at receiver, but they will settle for Boyd and Belle Vernon (Pa.) Area offensive tackle Dorian Johnson, the No. 2 tackle nationally.
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SAN ANTONIO -- Tyler Boyd (Clairton, Pa./Clairton) was believed to be a Pittsburgh lean entering the week, and on Saturday, the ESPN 300 athlete made the belief a reality.
Boyd chose Pitt during the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, choosing the Panthers over Michigan State and West Virginia. The 6-foot-2, 182-pound athlete became the Panthers’ 22nd commitment of the 2013 recruiting class and the first of the new year.
Boyd, who also thought about attending Arizona, Penn State and Rutgers, visited Pitt on Nov. 16. He helped Clairton win its fourth straight state title last month. Boyd is ranked No. 161 in the ESPN 300, the No. 17 athlete nationally and the No. 7 player in Pennsylvania in his class.
Boyd chose Pitt during the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, choosing the Panthers over Michigan State and West Virginia. The 6-foot-2, 182-pound athlete became the Panthers’ 22nd commitment of the 2013 recruiting class and the first of the new year.
Boyd, who also thought about attending Arizona, Penn State and Rutgers, visited Pitt on Nov. 16. He helped Clairton win its fourth straight state title last month. Boyd is ranked No. 161 in the ESPN 300, the No. 17 athlete nationally and the No. 7 player in Pennsylvania in his class.
Army Bowl: Wednesday notebook
January, 2, 2013
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Damon Sayles and
William Wilkerson | ESPN.com
SAN ANTONIO -- Wednesday was a day off for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl teams. Instead of working out and participating in drills, the players took in visits around the city -- including a stop at the Alamodome for photo opportunities and to see their game apparel -- and used the day to recover from two days of practice.
The teams will return to the fields on Thursday in arguably the most important practice of the week. Here are five things to keep an eye on for Thursday’s practice:
The teams will return to the fields on Thursday in arguably the most important practice of the week. Here are five things to keep an eye on for Thursday’s practice:
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U.S. Army Bowl: Tuesday notebook
January, 1, 2013
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William Wilkerson and
Damon Sayles | ESPN.com
SAN ANTONIO – ESPN 150 wide receiver James Quick (Louisville, Ky./Trinity) has drawn plenty of attention for his play through two practices for the East team in preparation for the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
He’ll garner even more eyes his way on Saturday when he announces his commitment during the game.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pounder said he is down to Louisville, Ohio State and Oregon. Though his decision will come Saturday, it could be finalized by Wednesday morning, as he sits down to discuss his options with his parents, who are in town for the event.
He’ll garner even more eyes his way on Saturday when he announces his commitment during the game.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pounder said he is down to Louisville, Ohio State and Oregon. Though his decision will come Saturday, it could be finalized by Wednesday morning, as he sits down to discuss his options with his parents, who are in town for the event.
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Boyd to commit Saturday; will make visits
January, 1, 2013
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Jared Shanker | ESPN.com
On the fence about a decision earlier this week, one of the nation's top athletes plans to announce his commitment Saturday.
Clairton (Pa.) ESPN 300 athlete Tyler Boyd said Tuesday he will commit during at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, which kicks off at 1 p.m. Saturday.
Arizona, Michigan State, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers and West Virginia are the programs the No. 17 athlete nationally lists as his top group.
Clairton (Pa.) ESPN 300 athlete Tyler Boyd said Tuesday he will commit during at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, which kicks off at 1 p.m. Saturday.
Arizona, Michigan State, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers and West Virginia are the programs the No. 17 athlete nationally lists as his top group.
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Tyler Boyd: No leader has emerged
December, 16, 2012
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Jared Shanker | ESPN.com
Tyler Boyd contends there is no No. 1 on his list. If there was, the Clairton (Pa.) athlete would be committing in three weeks.
That likely will not be the case anymore for the ESPN 300 recruit and record-setting playmaker.
"It's still dated on [Jan. 5] but still thinking if I should commit or not. It's a decision I'm not ready for," Boyd said. "It's still Michigan State, Penn State, Rutgers, Arizona, West Virginia and Pitt.
That likely will not be the case anymore for the ESPN 300 recruit and record-setting playmaker.
"It's still dated on [Jan. 5] but still thinking if I should commit or not. It's a decision I'm not ready for," Boyd said. "It's still Michigan State, Penn State, Rutgers, Arizona, West Virginia and Pitt.
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Tennessee offers ESPN 300 ATH Tyler Boyd
December, 15, 2012
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Jared Shanker | ESPN.com
One of the first calls new Tennessee coach Butch Jones made after taking the job was to the mother of ESPN 300 athlete Tyler Boyd. That was last week.
On Friday, just a few hours after Boyd and his Clairton (Pa.) teammates won a fourth straight state title and 63rd straight game, the Volunteers staff made another call to the Boyd camp. Jones let Boyd know he had an offer from the Volunteers.
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On Friday, just a few hours after Boyd and his Clairton (Pa.) teammates won a fourth straight state title and 63rd straight game, the Volunteers staff made another call to the Boyd camp. Jones let Boyd know he had an offer from the Volunteers.
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