| Jeremy Shockey was born on August 18, 1980 in | | | | season led him to being named first team All-Big |
| Ada, Oklahoma. At 6 foot 5 inches and 250 | | | | East by the coaches in the conference, as well as |
| pounds Shockey is the perfect size for a top | | | | several national publications. As a junior in 2001 |
| notch tight end. When combined with his high level | | | | Shockey was an integral part in helping the |
| of athleticism and mental skills it is easy to see | | | | Hurricanes to win the National Championship. |
| why Shockey has become one of the best at his | | | | During that season he led the team with 45 |
| position. And not only is he a great player in the | | | | receptions for more than 600 yards. He also |
| NFL, but he has been turning heads since his high | | | | added 8 touchdowns in 2001. After the season |
| school days. After a stellar high school career | | | | Shockey was again showered with awards, which |
| Shockey decided to take his game to the | | | | in turn led him to declaring his eligibility for the |
| University of Miami. The school has a long history | | | | 2002 NFL Draft. Shockey was selected by the |
| of developing great tight ends, and Shockey knew | | | | New York Giants with the 14th overall pick in the |
| that he could be next in line if he put in the proper | | | | draft. He began to impress early on, and this led |
| amount of time. Although he did not get to do | | | | to him winning the Pepsi Rookie of the Year |
| much as a freshman, during his sophomore | | | | Award. During four of his first five seasons |
| season things began to change. This was | | | | Shockey was named to the NFL Pro Bowl team. |
| particularly true after he caught the game winning | | | | He has already established himself as one of the |
| touchdown pass against hated rival Florida State. | | | | best tight ends in the league. |
| Shockey's performance during his sophomore | | | | |