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Football: Jordan's Boyd joins USC family and commits to the Trojans

James Boyd possesses loads of potential. Scratch that... James Boyd possesses truckloads of potential, a fact the coaching staff over at USC is well aware of, to be sure. In fact, I'm willing to bet Pete Carroll & Co. were all smiles Thursday after learning the senior from Los Angeles Jordan committed to play for the Cardinal and Gold.

The talented 6-foot-5, 215-plus pounder had offers from PAC-10 Conference schools such as including Arizona St., Washington St. and Washington. And while Boyd still plans on visiting all three colleges, the lure of playing for the Trojans ultimately proved to be to good of an opportunity to pass up, according to these quotes.

-- Sean Ceglinsky












ESPN 150 Watch List talent James Boyd performed well enough at USC's camp to garner a scholarship offer and accepted, affiliate Web site WeAreSC.com reports.
"The coaches wanted to see how I competed with other top players," said Boyd. "They wanted to see my attitude and footwork, and I had a lot of fun with the whole camp."
However, the 6-foot-4 211-pounder isn't finished with recruiting yet, "I'm still going to take my trips. I'm going to visit Arizona State, Washington State and Washington, but its all USC right now."

ESPN's Craig Haubert talked about the pickup, "We have Boyd listed as an athlete because he is also a solid quarterback, but at USC with the stable of young quarterbacks they have Boyd will suit up at his other position for the Trojans, defensive end."
"In the long run this is probably the best fit anyway, because his potential level seems much higher on defense. He will need to add some serious bulk and needs to polish his technique as a defender, but that should come with the opportunity to concentrate on one side of the ball."
"Though a little rough around the edges, Boyd is quick off the ball and once he locks in on the rock he can close and make the play. Boyd needs a little work, but it is not hard to see why USC offered this kid as he fits their mold in many ways of an athletic kid with versatility and nice upside."
"Will not be the biggest name in the USC 2009 pick-up, but could develop into a nice addition a little down the road. That is if the Trojans can keep him as he says he will still take some trips, USC should hold on, but things could get interesting if someone offers him the chance to play quarterback."