McCoy to be Inducted into Eagles Hall of Fame in Week 6

In the early 2010s, few offenses were as electrifying as the Philadelphia Eagles, led by quarterback Michael Vick. Alongside Vick, the team boasted incredible talent, most notably wide receiver DeSean Jackson and running back LeSean McCoy. On Saturday, the Philadelphia Eagles announced that McCoy will be inducted into their team Hall of Fame during their Week 9 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. This announcement offers the perfect opportunity to reflect on the remarkable career of "Shady" McCoy, a two-time Super Bowl champion and Eagles legend.

Drafted by the Eagles in 2009, McCoy made an immediate impact, playing in all 16 games as a rookie and nearly reaching 1,000 scrimmage yards despite starting just four games. In 2010, he solidified his place in the league, starting 13 of 15 games and rushing for over 1,000 yards while averaging more than five yards per carry. He also added nearly 600 receiving yards, proving his versatility and value to the Eagles' offense.

McCoy's breakout season came in 2011 when he rushed for over 1,300 yards and led the league with 17 rushing touchdowns. He added three more touchdowns through the air, bringing his total to a league-leading 20. This stellar performance earned him his first of two All-Pro First Team honors. However, the following season in 2012 saw a dip in his production due to injury, as he played in only 12 games and rushed for 800 yards.

In 2013, McCoy returned to top form, earning another All-Pro First Team selection. He led the league in both rushing yards and total scrimmage yards, amassing an incredible 2,146 yards. With McCoy at the helm, the Eagles' offense was truly dynamic. Despite another strong season in 2014, in which he rushed for just over 1,300 yards, this would be McCoy's final year with the Eagles. His tenure with the team included two All-Pro First Team selections and three Pro Bowl appearances.

In March 2015, McCoy was unexpectedly traded to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for linebacker Kiko Alonso. McCoy continued to excel in Buffalo, making the Pro Bowl in each of his first three seasons and surpassing 1,000 scrimmage yards each year. However, his final season with the Bills in 2018 was a struggle, as he managed only 514 rushing yards on 161 carries. After that, McCoy had brief stints with the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019 and 2020. While his contributions were limited, he was part of championship teams in both seasons, adding two Super Bowl rings to his résumé.

When all was said and done, McCoy retired with 11,102 rushing yards, 89 total touchdowns, and exactly 15,000 scrimmage yards. His multiple Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections underscore his greatness, particularly in a position as demanding as running back. The longevity and consistency McCoy displayed, coupled with his dynamic playmaking ability, are nothing short of remarkable. His induction into the Eagles Hall of Fame is well-deserved, and perhaps one day, he will receive the ultimate honor—a place in Canton, Ohio, among the NFL's all-time greats.