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==Biography==
  
==Biography==
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'''Reginald Alfred "Reggie" Bush II''' (born [[March 2]], [[1985]] in [[San Diego, California]]), nicknamed '''"The President,"''' alluding to [[George W. Bush]], is a football player who plays for the [[New Orleans Saints]] and formerly for the [[University of Southern California]]. He played [[running back]]/[[tailback]], [[wide receiver]], and punt and kickoff returner for the team. He is generally recognized as one of the best running backs in college football history due to his speed, agility, evasiveness, and outstanding instincts on the field.
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'''Reginald Alfred "Reggie" Bush II''' (born [[March 2]], [[1985]] in [[San Diego, California]]), nicknamed '''"The President,"''' alluding to [[George W. Bush]], is a football player who plays for the [[New Orleans Saints]] and formerly for the [[University of Southern California]]. He played [[running back]]/[[tailback]], [[wide receiver]], and punt and kickoff returner for the team. He is generally recognized as one of the best running backs in college football history due to his speed, agility, evasiveness, and outstanding instincts on the field.
   
 
On December 8, 2005, Bush was awarded the [[Walter Camp Award]] and the [[Doak Walker Award]]. On December 10, Bush won the most prestigious individual award in college football, the [[Heisman Trophy]], beating out finalists [[Vince Young]] and former Heisman winner and teammate [[Matt Leinart]]. He rang up the highest-ever percentages of first-place votes (84.9 percent) and possible points (91.7 percent) in the balloting by members of the media and former Heisman winners. Additionally, he was named the 2005 AP Sportsman of the Year.
  
On December 8, 2005, Bush was awarded the [[Walter Camp Award]] and the [[Doak Walker Award]]. On December 10, Bush won the most prestigious individual award in college football, the [[Heisman Trophy]], beating out finalists [[Vince Young]] and former Heisman winner and teammate [[Matt Leinart]]. He rang up the highest-ever percentages of first-place votes (84.9 percent) and possible points (91.7 percent) in the balloting by members of the media and former Heisman winners. Additionally, he was named the 2005 AP Sportsman of the Year.
   
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On January 12, 2006, Bush elected to forgo his senior season at USC and declared himself eligible for the [[NFL Draft]]. Since it was predicted that he would be the first overall pick in the [[2006 NFL Draft]], held by the [[Houston Texans]], Houston was expected to obtain Bush. However, in a surprising move on the night before the draft, the Texans signed [[Mario Williams]], a defensive end from [[North Carolina State University| NC State]]. The [[New Orleans Saints]] selected Bush with their #2 pick in the draft.
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On January 12, 2006, Bush elected to forgo his senior season at USC and declared himself eligible for the [[NFL Draft]]. Since it was predicted that he would be the first overall pick in the [[2006 NFL Draft]], held by the [[Houston Texans]], Houston was expected to obtain Bush. However, in a surprising move on the night before the draft, the Texans signed [[Mario Williams]], a defensive end from [[North Carolina State University|NC State]]. The [[New Orleans Saints]] selected Bush with their #2 pick in the draft.
   
 
After being drafted by the Saints, many fans have called him '''"Saint Reggie"''', '''The Messiah''' and '''Mardi Gras''', à la "King James", a name given to [[LeBron James]] because many expected him to be a savior for his team and city. Bush is now under the same hype.
  
After being drafted by the Saints, many fans have called him '''"Saint Reggie"''', '''The Messiah''' and '''Mardi Gras''', à la "King James", a name given to [[LeBron James]] because many expected him to be a savior for his team and city. Bush is now under the same hype.
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On April 23, 2006, a report surfaced raising questions about whether Bush's family received gifts in violation of NCAA policies. The school has requested that the conference investigate the matter.
  
On April 23, 2006, a report surfaced raising questions about whether Bush's family received gifts in violation of NCAA policies. The school has requested that the conference investigate the matter.
   
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==Early history==
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===Early history===
 
Bush grew up in Spring Valley, California. His father was a campus security officer and his mother was a deputy sheriff at the county jail. He attended Helix High School, where he excelled at football and track and field. In football, he and former [[University of Utah]] and current [[San Francisco 49ers]] quarterback [[Alex Smith]], the top pick in the [[2005 NFL Draft]], led the team to two sectional championships. In track, he won many honors and ran a 10.42 100m in the California state championships.
  
Bush grew up in Spring Valley, California. His father was a campus security officer and his mother was a deputy sheriff at the county jail. He attended Helix High School, where he excelled at football and track and field. In football, he and former [[University of Utah]] and current [[San Francisco 49ers]] quarterback [[Alex Smith]], the top pick in the [[2005 NFL Draft]], led the team to two sectional championships. In track, he won many honors and ran a 10.42 100m in the California state championships.
   
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===Controversy===
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On [[April 24]], [[2006]], a week before the 2006 NFL Draft, a report surfaced raising questions about whether Bush's family received improper benefits during Bush's final college season. The questions involved a home valued at $757,000 located in [[Spring Valley, California]] which Reggie Bush's mother, stepfather and brother lived in during the 2005 season. The home was owned by a man with ties to a recently started sports marketing company. If Bush and his family paid less than fair market value on the rental, then this would equate to a gift prohibited by NCAA policies. USC Athletic Director [[Mike Garrett]] said the school has requested that the [[Pacific-10 Conference]] look into the matter.<ref>{{cite news | title = Yahoo! Sports report: Reggie Bush's family home | url = http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=cr-bush042306&prov=yhoo&type=lgns | last = Robinson | first = Charles | publisher = Yahoo! Sports | date = [[2006-04-23]] | accessdate = 2006-07-21 }}</ref> If Bush is ruled ineligible, USC could be forced to forfeit every game that Bush played in after losing his eligibility. The school could also be put on probation or banned from bowl games but that would likely depend on how much it knew or should have known about any violations. Bush could also potentially risk losing his 2005 Heisman Trophy because the official Heisman ballot states the following: "In order that there will be no misunderstanding regarding the eligibility of a candidate, the recipient of the award ''must'' be a bonafide student of an accredited university. The recipient must be in compliance with the bylaws defining an NCAA student." Bush's former teammate [[Winston Justice]] has also been linked to this report.<ref>{{cite news | title = Transcripts allegedly tie Bush to sports agency | last = Robinson | first = Charles | publisher = Yahoo! Sports | url = http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=A86.I8KZtk9EX2gAWhg5nYcB?slug=cr-bush042606&prov=yhoo&type=lgns&expire=1 | date = [[2006-04-26]] | accessdate = 2006-08-28 }}</ref>
   
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After skipping a mandatory team meeting on [[July 28]], [[2006]] as part of a contract hold-out, he signed a contract for six years the following day and reported on July 30. The deal includes $ 26.325 million guaranteed and $51 million total. Incentives can bring the deal up to $62 million.<ref>{{cite news | title = Bush makes debuts at training camp | last = Martel | first = Brett | publisher = Associated Press | url = http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Football/NFL/2006/07/29/1709685-ap.html | date = [[2006-07-29]] | accessdate = 2006-08-28 }}</ref> Reggie Bush was fined $10,000 by the NFL for wearing gold and black Adidas cleats. The NFL only allows Nike, Reebok, and Under Armour apparel because of a signed marketing agreement. Bush commented "Adidas took care of it" in response to the fine.
   
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==Scouting Report==
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==New Orleans Saints==
  
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Bush's selection by the [[New Orleans Saints]] in the NFL draft generated much excitement and celebration among Saints fans, many of whom were still grappling with the devastation caused by [[Hurricane Katrina]]. By the end of the week after the draft, [[Reebok]] reported receiving over 15,000 orders for Bush's Saints jersey, even though his jersey number with the Saints had not yet been determined.<ref>{{cite news | title = Football rookies make a big impact on fans | url = http://www.oxfordpress.com/news/content/shared/sports/stories/FBN_ROOKIE_JERSEYS_0518_COX.html | last = Halliburton | first = Suzanne | date = [[2006-05-18]] | accessdate = 2006-07-21 }}</ref> Bush had petitioned the NFL to wear number 5 on his jersey, which he has worn throughout his high school and college careers. However, in order for him to wear #5, the NFL would have to revise its numbering regulations, which require running backs to wear a number between 20 and 49. Bush was allowed to wear the number 5, at least temporarily, during the Saints' minicamp practices pending the NFL's ruling. On [[May 23]], the NFL competition committee officially rejected his request, and on May 25, it was officially announced that Bush would be wearing number 25, acquired from Saints running back Fred McAfee. Although Bush had earlier pledged to donate a quarter of the money he receives from jersey sales to Katrina victims if allowed to wear #5, he later said he would make that donation no matter what number he wears.<ref>{{cite news | title = Reggie Bush won't get his No. 5 this year | publisher = Associated Press | date = [[2006-05-23]] | accessdate = 2006-07-21 | url = http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=Ag3ykYuAhAY_z4WGvLaQDuhDubYF?slug=ap-saints-bush-number&prov=ap&type=lgns }}</ref> As part of the deal with McAfee to wear #25, Bush agreed to allocate half of that money to charities of McAfee's choosing. McAfee pledged to donate his share to Katrina victims in his home state of Mississippi.
  
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Amazed by the warm reception he received from the fans in [[New Orleans]], as well as the magnitude of the devastation caused there by Hurricane Katrina, Bush expressed excitement about playing with the Saints and has pledged to help the city recover from the hurricane. On [[May 15]], [[2006]], Bush donated $50,000 to help keep a local Catholic school for students with learning disabilities from closing.<ref>http://www.nola.com/sports/t-p/index.ssf?/base/sports-23/1147672788244480.xml</ref> In training camp, Saints receiver [[Joe Horn]] dubbed him "Baby Matrix" because his moves resembles those of the character Neo.
  
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A video clip of Reggie's first big run with the Saints can be found at [http://www.cdol.com/saintspix/index.php SaintsPix]. This is a clip of a 44 yard run during the 1st quarter of the Saints first 2006 Preseason game against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday, August 12, 2006. In that game Reggie gained 59 yards on 6 carries for a 9.8 yard average.
  
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==Controversy==
  
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On [[April 24]], [[2006]], a week before the 2006 NFL Draft, a report surfaced raising questions about whether Bush's family received improper benefits during Bush's final college season. The questions involved a home valued at $757,000 located in [[Spring Valley, California]] which Reggie Bush's mother, stepfather and brother lived in during the 2005 season. The home was owned by a man with ties to a recently started sports marketing company. If Bush and his family paid less than fair market value on the rental, then this would equate to a gift prohibited by NCAA policies. USC Athletic Director [[Mike Garrett]] said the school has requested that the [[Pacific-10 Conference]] look into the matter.<ref>{{cite news | title = Yahoo! Sports report: Reggie Bush's family home | url = http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=cr-bush042306&prov=yhoo&type=lgns | last = Robinson | first = Charles | publisher = Yahoo! Sports | date = [[2006-04-23]] | accessdate = 2006-07-21 }}</ref> If Bush is ruled ineligible, USC could be forced to forfeit every game that Bush played in after losing his eligibility. The school could also be put on probation or banned from bowl games but that would likely depend on how much it knew or should have known about any violations. Bush could also potentially risk losing his 2005 Heisman Trophy because the official Heisman ballot states the following: "In order that there will be no misunderstanding regarding the eligibility of a candidate, the recipient of the award ''must'' be a bonafide student of an accredited university. The recipient must be in compliance with the bylaws defining an NCAA student." Bush's former teammate [[Winston Justice]] has also been linked to this report.<ref>{{cite news | title = Transcripts allegedly tie Bush to sports agency | last = Robinson | first = Charles | publisher = Yahoo! Sports | url = http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=A86.I8KZtk9EX2gAWhg5nYcB?slug=cr-bush042606&prov=yhoo&type=lgns&expire=1 | date = [[2006-04-26]] | accessdate = 2006-08-28 }} </ref>
  
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After skipping a mandatory team meeting on [[July 28]], [[2006]] as part of a contract hold-out, he signed a contract for six years the following day and reported on July 30. The deal includes $ 26.325 million guaranteed and $51 million total. Incentives can bring the deal up to $62 million.<ref>{{cite news | title = Bush makes debuts at training camp | last = Martel | first = Brett | publisher = Associated Press | url = http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Football/NFL/2006/07/29/1709685-ap.html | date = [[2006-07-29]] | accessdate = 2006-08-28 }} </ref> Reggie Bush was fined $10,000 by the NFL for wearing gold and black Adidas cleats. The NFL only allows Nike, Reebok, and Under Armour apparel because of a signed marketing agreement. Bush commented "Adidas took care of it" in response to the fine. <ref>{{cite news | title = Bush fined by NFL for wearing unauthorized cleats | publisher = Associated Press | url = http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-saints-bushfined&prov=ap&type=lgns | date = [[2006-08-14]] | accessdate = 2006-08-28 }} </ref>
  
   
 
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==Trivia==
   
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'''Selection:''' 2nd Overall in [[2006 NFL Draft]]
  
   
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'''Drafted By:''' [[New Orleans Saints]]
  
   
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Full Name: Reggie Bush Primary Position: RB
Height/Weight: 6' 0"/203 College: University of Southern California
Birthdate: March 2, 1985 High School: -
Birthplace: Spring Valley, California
Pro Experience: 1 year

Biography

Reginald Alfred "Reggie" Bush II (born March 2, 1985 in San Diego, California), nicknamed "The President," alluding to George W. Bush, is a football player who plays for the New Orleans Saints and formerly for the University of Southern California. He played running back/tailback, wide receiver, and punt and kickoff returner for the team. He is generally recognized as one of the best running backs in college football history due to his speed, agility, evasiveness, and outstanding instincts on the field.

On December 8, 2005, Bush was awarded the Walter Camp Award and the Doak Walker Award. On December 10, Bush won the most prestigious individual award in college football, the Heisman Trophy, beating out finalists Vince Young and former Heisman winner and teammate Matt Leinart. He rang up the highest-ever percentages of first-place votes (84.9 percent) and possible points (91.7 percent) in the balloting by members of the media and former Heisman winners. Additionally, he was named the 2005 AP Sportsman of the Year.

On January 12, 2006, Bush elected to forgo his senior season at USC and declared himself eligible for the NFL Draft. Since it was predicted that he would be the first overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, held by the Houston Texans, Houston was expected to obtain Bush. However, in a surprising move on the night before the draft, the Texans signed Mario Williams, a defensive end from NC State. The New Orleans Saints selected Bush with their #2 pick in the draft.

After being drafted by the Saints, many fans have called him "Saint Reggie", The Messiah and Mardi Gras, à la "King James", a name given to LeBron James because many expected him to be a savior for his team and city. Bush is now under the same hype.

On April 23, 2006, a report surfaced raising questions about whether Bush's family received gifts in violation of NCAA policies. The school has requested that the conference investigate the matter.

Early history

Bush grew up in Spring Valley, California. His father was a campus security officer and his mother was a deputy sheriff at the county jail. He attended Helix High School, where he excelled at football and track and field. In football, he and former University of Utah and current San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith, the top pick in the 2005 NFL Draft, led the team to two sectional championships. In track, he won many honors and ran a 10.42 100m in the California state championships.

Controversy

On April 24, 2006, a week before the 2006 NFL Draft, a report surfaced raising questions about whether Bush's family received improper benefits during Bush's final college season. The questions involved a home valued at $757,000 located in Spring Valley, California which Reggie Bush's mother, stepfather and brother lived in during the 2005 season. The home was owned by a man with ties to a recently started sports marketing company. If Bush and his family paid less than fair market value on the rental, then this would equate to a gift prohibited by NCAA policies. USC Athletic Director Mike Garrett said the school has requested that the Pacific-10 Conference look into the matter.[1] If Bush is ruled ineligible, USC could be forced to forfeit every game that Bush played in after losing his eligibility. The school could also be put on probation or banned from bowl games but that would likely depend on how much it knew or should have known about any violations. Bush could also potentially risk losing his 2005 Heisman Trophy because the official Heisman ballot states the following: "In order that there will be no misunderstanding regarding the eligibility of a candidate, the recipient of the award must be a bonafide student of an accredited university. The recipient must be in compliance with the bylaws defining an NCAA student." Bush's former teammate Winston Justice has also been linked to this report.[2]

After skipping a mandatory team meeting on July 28, 2006 as part of a contract hold-out, he signed a contract for six years the following day and reported on July 30. The deal includes $ 26.325 million guaranteed and $51 million total. Incentives can bring the deal up to $62 million.[3] Reggie Bush was fined $10,000 by the NFL for wearing gold and black Adidas cleats. The NFL only allows Nike, Reebok, and Under Armour apparel because of a signed marketing agreement. Bush commented "Adidas took care of it" in response to the fine.

Scouting Report

Statistics

Rushing Stats

year team league games ATT YDS AVG TD LNG
2006 NOR NFL 16 155 565 3.6 6 18
1 year NFL career 16 155 565 3.6 6 0

Receiving Stats

year team league games REC YDS AVG TD LNG
2006 NOR NFL 16 88 742 8.4 2 74
1 year NFL career 16 88 742 8.4 2 0

Punt Return Stats

year team league games RET YDS AVG FC LNG TD
2006 NOR NFL 16 28 216 7.7 2 65 1
1 year NFL career 16 28 216 7.7 2 0 1

Passing Stats

year team league games ATT CMP PCT YDS YPA TD INT SKD SKY RAT
2006 NOR NFL 16 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0
1 year NFL career 16 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0

Fumble Recovery Stats

year team league games TOT OWR OPR YDS TD
2006 NOR NFL 16 2 0 0 0 0
1 year NFL career 16 2 0 0 0 0

Trivia

See also

References

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