• Willis McGahee is a running back for the Baltimore Ravens. Previous to playing with the Ravens, McGahee spent three years with the Buffalo Bills who had drafted him in the first round of the 2003 NFL draft.

  McGahee was carted off the field during the January 18, 2009, AFC Championship Game following a hit by Ryan Clark of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was said to be talking and moving his arms and legs, but had significant neck pain.Sports Network: Ravens RB McGahee Carted Off Field On January 19, 2009, reports quoted a team spokesperson as saying McGahee was "neurologically intact" and had movement in all his limbs. He is expected to make a full recovery.ESPN.com: 'Complete recovery' seen for McGahee (January 20, 2009)

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: October 20, 1981
  2. Attended: Miami Central High School
  3. Birthplace: Miami, Florida
  4. Height 6-0
  5. College: University of Miami
  6. In 2002, McGahee rushed for 1,753 yards
  7. As a senior in college he had 10 consecutive games with 100+ yards
  8. Winner of the 2008 Madden Bowl
  9. Did not play in his 2003 rookie season
  10. 2007 Pro Bowl Selection

• Rift with Ravens?

  During a December 2008 interview, McGahee hinted that he was at odds with the Baltimore Tavens coaching staff. McGahee stated that "tried to be someone else's running back this year and it didn't work out."ProFootballTalk.com: McGahee Hints at Conflict with Coaching Staff

• In College

  Before tearing most of the ligaments in his left knee during the 2003 Fiesta Bowl, Willis McGahee was the most prolific running at the University of Miami. In his junior year with the 'Canes he rushed for more than 1,700 yards and 28 touchdowns on 282 carries, his 100+ yards a game season was a school record. McGahee also helped the team to a national championship in 2001.

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