Delaware State's McBride invited to NFL Combine

Photo: Shaheer McBride is ready to step to the next level with his DSU degree and professional football opportunities.

Shaheer McBride, Delaware State University senior wide receiver has received an invitation to the NFL draft combine, to be held Feb. 20-26 at Indianapolis. According to DSU's sports information office, McBride is the first player from the school to be invited to the combine, where college prospects are evaluated by coaches and scouts from every NFL franchise for the draft.

McBride, from Chester, Pa., caught 50 passes for 586 yards and nine touchdowns last season. He finished his career with 201 catches for 3,007 yards and 33 scores. McBride set DSU records for career receptions and receiving yards, and tied the touchdowns mark set by John Taylor from 1982 to '85. McBride became the third wide receiver in MEAC history to finish with more than 200 receptions and 3,000 receiving yards.

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But more importantly, McBride has completed ALL of his classes and is scheduled to graduate from Delaware State University in May 2008, with a Bachelors of Science degree in Sports Management. This is what its all about, student-athletes--taking care of business!

Congratulations Mr. McBride!