Oregon Tight End Cam McCormick was granted his 9th year of eligibility

Oregon tight end Cam McCormick, who tore his Achilles in 2021, was just granted a ninth year of collegiate eligibility by the NCAA.

Cam McCormick has been in school since 2016, which is a long time in football years. Most players spend four to five years, but nine?

McCormick, 24, has already earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. If he does return in 2023, he plans to take classes in business, yoga or pursue internships to fulfill his academic requirements.

McCormick has nine catches for 64 yards and three touchdowns heading into this year’s Holiday Bowl against North Carolina.

According to James Crepea of The Oregonian, McCormick stated that he is undecided if he will return for another collegiate season in 2023 but he could return for two more years .

“I’ve thought about it; it’s a tough decision. I’m not totally keen on what my decision is going to be yet. I’m going to continue to enjoy this game with my teammates and make the decision after the game. … I couldn’t imagine doing nine. If anything, I applied for it just to have it after Ohio State last year. I tore my Achilles and thankfully was able to get it. The option’s there, I do have it. Whether I use it, it’s in the air. Thinking about returning for a year eight.”

It is pretty crazy when you think about it. Two more years? He could get his Doctorates!