Marcus Lattimore Appreciation Thread

[USCgreg]

Thank you Marcus!

[Emery]

Originally Posted by Cockyhard

They should retire his number

I usually think this is kind of overrated, but it would be weird to see the number 21 out there anymore.

[Oconee Gamecock]

Thank you for being a positive role model for South Carolina's youth! Good luck in the NFL.. We will be following your success.

[JohnnyR2211]

Originally Posted by Emery

I usually think this is kind of overrated, but it would be weird to see the number 21 out there anymore.

I think we should have a ring of honor type thing you know? Don't forget Devonte Holloman wore #21 these past few years as well and he was beast against Clemson everything he played against them.

[rrsandersjr]

Marcus epitomizes the term student athlete! The outpouring of love, concern, well wishes and respect for Marcus is a testament to the type of man he is. He is the best combination of talent, leadership and character that we have seen. He has set the bar high for all current and future Gamecocks and the coaches would be wise to use his example as motivation from now on. Good luck Marcus, FOREVER TO THEE!!!

[cockofstono]

Thank you Marcus!! You made a positive impact on the Gamecock football program and our University, as a whole, that was beyond anyone's wildest dreams (except maybe your's). It was great to watch you when healthy and we were all cheated of more greatness by your injuries. God Bless and good luck

[Garnet Gamecock]

Originally Posted by Cockyhard

They should retire his number

This.

[Cocklover]

TRUE CLASS ACT through and through. Can't ask for a better role model...one of the top notch college athletes out there and future NFL star...

[Ole Gregg]

Marcus, you are welcome at Greggs' place anytime!
Here I'll fix you a Baileys.

[Spurticus]

GLASS IS RAISED:

To a young man who represented his family and his life with class
dignity and pride every single day. He brought that to the University of South Carolina
and touched our lives through his athletic ability, but more importantly
though his life. Marcus Lattimore, You are a great Gamecock, and you
are ONE HELL OF A MAN.

[5150harley]

Marcus, what can I say? You are an outstanding person and have left a positive impact on many people, not only Gamecocks. Thank you for all you have done on and off the field for Gamecock Nation!!

You will be missed on and off the field at this great University of South Carolina!!!!

Thank you again!

[gocockswyn]

We surly will miss the horse. Good luck to you Marcus.

[jomo]

so many memories. Thanks for being a gamecock.

[Spurific]

You are my hero, Marcus.

[Rebel4ever]

Best of luck to him and I hope he makes it in the NFL and for pete's sake NO MORE season ending injuries! He will get drafted, just a matter of how low he drops. NFL teams better not discount him or the ones that pass on him will be kicking themselves.

[Spurrier_Superior_One]

[GamecockInHell]

In todays world of thug athletes Marcus Lattimore is a breath of fresh air. He is what all student athletes should aspire to be. Marcus makes me proud that I'm a Gamecock. I hope he has a very successful career in the NFL because if anyone ever deserves it its him. Thanks, Marcus.

[eaglegolf018]

He's amazing. Not for what he did on the field and what he did on the field was amazing. But what he did off of the field was out of this world. He carried himself with class. And when he got hurt I never heard of him complain once. Then when he got hurt again, you saw the amount of respect from all of the UT players and all players of all sports. And he has stayed so positive. If that would have happened to me, I would have probably quit and gone home. No way I could stay as positive as him. He is a great man of God. We have all been blessed to see him play and have him be a part of this university. He isn't going anywhere. Thank you, Marcus. We will never forget you. He will still be around. Here's to the greatest Gamecock ever. *raises glass*

[DiamondGamecock]

Marcus, man... What can I say. I remember where I was at when you committed to South Carolina. I was working in my garage, building a crib for one of my friends. He wanted an original crib, made from wood, nothing too fancy. One for his daughter who was about to be born. I had my TV on in the mancave, as usual, but this time in anticipation of what you were going to say, and where you were going to go.

I remember you pulling out the hat, I remember seeing Auburn, and I said to myself, "NOT AGAIN, man not this time!" You then pulled the Gamecock hat out and It basically wiped away any premise of negativity I had on my mind at the time.

I knew when you said USC, you were going to change the way things work around here, and man have you ever. You brought the house down, and built it back up at the same time. Your selfless acts are something to take a note of. You sir, are up there, and the best role model I have seen in my life.

Not only did you change things here at the University, but you also changed the mindset of our players, our coaches, and our fan base. It is the little things you do, day in an out. Signing Autographs, a nice greeting at the door, a wave, a visit to a children's hospital room, that make you the man you are and the envy of many.

Now that I thank back on that day, I was building a crib for someone being brought into the world. Now, I can thank you for coming to South Carolina to bring us into the world. The crib was simple and made of wood. You were made of stone, and down to earth like none other I have seen play here.

You Marcus, changed everything about everything at this University. For that, I thank you unconditionally. May God Bless you, and you are always, will always, be a Gamecock.

[Trocar]

I still remember when he ran all over Georgia, during his Freshman year.