History of Kyle McCord in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: December 29, 2024

Kyle Allen McCord is an American college football quarterback currently playing for the Syracuse Orange. Prior to Syracuse, he played for the Ohio State Buckeyes. He gained attention as a highly touted recruit from St. Joseph's Prep in Philadelphia. Though a backup at Ohio State, McCord saw playing time and participated in notable games, including the 2023 College Football Playoff semifinal at the Peach Bowl. He transferred to Syracuse seeking a starting quarterback role.

1988: Derek McCord's Rutgers Career Begins

Kyle McCord's father, Derek McCord, began playing quarterback at Rutgers University in 1988.

1992: Derek McCord's Rutgers Career Ends

Derek McCord finished his quarterback career at Rutgers University in 1992.

2001: Heisman Trophy Voting (Information Mismatch)

The text states McCord finished 10th in the Heisman Trophy voting, with the date given as 2001. This date is before McCord would have been playing college football. This information is likely misplaced and refers to a later date.

September 19, 2002: Birth of Kyle McCord

Kyle Allen McCord was born on September 19, 2002.

2012: Record-Breaking Season at Syracuse (Information Mismatch)

The provided text describes McCord breaking multiple single-season records at Syracuse, but the date given is 2012, which is before he transferred. This information seems to be misplaced and likely refers to a later season. It mentions record-breaking performances in passing touchdowns, passing yards, and becoming the program's first 4,000-yard passer. It also notes ACC Player of the Week and national Player of the Week awards.

December 17, 2023: Transfer to Syracuse

On December 17, 2023, Kyle McCord announced his transfer to Syracuse University, reuniting with coaches and teammates from his youth football days.

2023: Transfer Portal Entry

Following the 2023 season, Kyle McCord entered the NCAA transfer portal after uncertainty about his starting position at Ohio State for the following season.

2023: Ohio State Starting Quarterback Competition and Season Performance

In 2023, Kyle McCord competed with Devin Brown for the starting quarterback position at Ohio State. He was named the starter for the season opener and subsequently for the rest of the season after a strong performance in week 2. McCord led a game-winning drive against Notre Dame in Week 4 but threw a game-ending interception in a loss to Michigan in Week 13.