The 2001 Bobby Beans Summary of the 2001 Season

Who would’ve thought that a little private school nested down south in sunny Coral Gables, FL could produce what many NFL Scouts today call a factory for football. There was a time when year after year it was expected for the University of Miami to compete for a National Championship with at least 10 NFL players per roster. With no pun intended, the perfect storm came together for the 2001 Miami Hurricanes, and nobody was able to stop it. After a tough loss to Washington on the road in 2000, the veteran players of the team like Ed Reed, Ken Dorsey, Jonathan Vilma, and Clinton Portis were not about to let anybody else control the destiny of that program in their 2001 campaign. With a tough Florida State team looming later on in the season, the ‘Canes would have to make sure they perform at their peak so that they could secure a #1 ranking and have their own destiny in their hands. It all would start off in State College, PA against the historically tough foe Penn State. Miami had never played in a bigger crowd than that night and it never showed. Behind the leadership of Ken Dorsey they won easily 33-7. With the next-

Rose Bowl/National Champions 12-0 record, 6 First-Team All-Americans, 13 All-Big East Selections, 10 Awards Finalists, and seventeen 1^st round Picks.

“I’m hurt, dawg; don’t ask me if I’m all right. Hell, naw! Joaquin said, ‘Dominate,’ and we’re not doing it. I’m putting my heart in this s**t. Let’s go, man.”

-Ed Reed’s halftime speech vs. Florida St.

Ed Reed, FS, Baltimore Ravens

One of the 17 first round picks to come from that 2001 Miami squad.

Player	Position	Round	Pick	Year	NFL Team
Andre Johnson	Wide Receiver	1	3	2003	Houston Texans
Sean Taylor	Defensive Back	1	5	2004	Washington Redskins
Kellen Winslow II	Tight End	1	6	2004	Cleveland Browns
Bryant McKinnie	Tackle	1	7	2002	Minnesota Vikings
Antrel Rolle	Defensive Back	1	8	2005	Arizona Cardinals
Jonathan Vilma	Linebacker	1	12	2004	New York Jets
Jeremy Shockey	Tight End	1	14	2002	New York Giants
Jerome McDougle	Defensive Line	1	15	2003	Philadelphia Eagles
Phillip Buchanon	Defensive Back	1	17	2002	Oakland Raiders
D. J. Williams	Linebacker	1	18	2004	Denver Broncos
Vernon Carey	Tackle	1	19	2004	Miami Dolphins
Vince Wilfork	Defensive Line	1	21	2004	New England Patriots
Willis McGahee	Running Back	1	23	2003	Buffalo Bills
Ed Reed	Defensive Back	1	24	2002	Baltimore Ravens
William Joseph	Defensive Line	1	25	2003	New York Giants
Mike Rumph	Defensive Back	1	27	2002	San Francisco 49ers
Kelly Jennings	Defensive Back	1	31	2006	Seattle Seahawks
Rocky McIntosh	Linebacker	2	35	2006	Washington Redskins
Clinton Portis	Running Back	2	51	2002	Denver Broncos
Roscoe Parrish	Wide Receiver	2	55	2005	Buffalo Bills
Frank Gore	Running Back	3	65	2005	San Francisco 49ers
Andrew Williams	Defensive Line	3	89	2003	San Francisco 49ers
Rashad Butler	Tackle	3	89	2006	Carolina Panthers
Leon Williams	Linebacker	4	110	2006	Cleveland Browns
Martin Bibla	Guard	4	116	2002	Atlanta Falcons
Jamaal Green	Defensive Line	4	131	2003	Philadelphia Eagles
Orien Harris	Defensive Line	4	133	2006	Pittsburgh Steelers
Najeh Davenport	Running Back	4	135	2002	Green Bay Packers
Matt Walters	Defensive Line	5	150	2003	New York Jets
Marcus Maxey	Defensive Back	5	154	2006	Kansas City Chiefs
James Lewis	Defensive Back	6	183	2002	Indianapolis Colts
Chris Myers	Guard	6	200	2005	Denver Broncos
Darrell McClover	Linebacker	7	213	2004	New York Jets
Alfonso Marshall	Defensive Back	7	215	2004	Chicago Bears
Daryl Jones	Wide Receiver	7	226	2002	New York Giants
Joaquin Gonzalez	Tackle	7	227	2002	Cleveland Browns
Ken Dorsey	Quarterback	7	241	2003	San Francisco 49ers
Carlos Joseph	Tackle	7	254	2004	San Diego Chargers

NFL Draft Selections from the 2001 Miami Hurricanes National Title Team

All aspects of this team were stellar. Each position’s starter, backed up by younger studs that were just as good or better than their older teammates. We’ll start with breaking down the offense.

Quarterback:

Ken Dorsey

When you think of Ken Dorsey the first thing that comes to mind is intelligence. Dorsey was one of the most cerebral QB’s to ever come through the University of Miami, and that’s saying something. Dorsey was a film rat. He always knew where to go with the ball and took care of it as well. He was the commander of the offensive troops and never let the game get to him. He was ALWAYS in control and thrived in pressure situations. Though not truly a high caliber NFL prospect at 6’5” 200lbs., Dorsey was still a Heisman finalist his junior and senior seasons and a Maxwell Award winner. He was selected in the 7^th round of the NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.

Running Backs/ Fullbacks:

Clinton Portis

After watching the 2001 Rose Bowl and regular season for that matter, I was absolutely wowed by the talent Portis had. With a low center of gravity and great change of direction, Portis, was able to dash the defensive units of every team Miami played.

“Many people will talk about the 2005 USC Trojans, while others will talk about the 1995 Nebraska Cornhuskers, and some even saying the 1971 Cornhuskers, but none of them are comparable to how good the 2001 Hurricanes were.”

- David Mayer, Bleacher Report

Portis rushed for 1,200 yds. And 10 touchdowns that 2001 season and got drafted in the 2^nd round.

Frank Gore

After a solid 820 yd and 10 td season in 2001 behind Clinton Portis, Frank Gore would have to wait a few years before coming back to full health after knee injuries. He had already beaten out McGehee in the spring of 2002 when he tore his ACL. Gore would still have a successful UM career and go on to get drafted in the 3^rd round. Gore is a perennial Pro Bowler as well.

Willis McGahee

Though not a starter quite yet, Willis McGehee would get his chance the following year after a serious knee injury to future NFL running back Frank Gore sidelined him for 2002. McGehee went on to record a school record 1,753 yds. and 28 tds, on his way to a Heisman finalist season. This was a backup running back, remember.

Najeh Davenport

As a talented fullback/tailback , Davenport helped solidify a speedy, shifty backfield with his size, strength, and catching abilities. He was selected 135^th overall by the Green Bay Packers.

I’m a f*****g soldier! – Kellen Winslow Jr.
Wide Receivers:
Andre Johnson
A blend of size, speed, and strength gives you a guy I like to call Andre Johnson. At 6’3” 230 lbs. Johnson went on to accumulate over 1,800 yds. and 20 tds from 2000-2002. He was co-MVP of the Rose Bowl with 199 yds., and 2 tds. Johnson was the 3^rd overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft.
Roscoe Parrish
The diminutive slot- receiver who was a converted High School quarterback was a perfect complement to Johnson’s vertical play making ability. Parrish was a lethal special teams returner as well, making pays with his incredible speed. He was chosen 55^th overall in the second round by the Buffalo Bills.
Tight Ends:
Jeremy Shockey
Miami has always been known for its swagger and Jeremy Shockey was not one who was lacking it. The free-spirited “bad-boy” from Oklahoma was a JUCO transfer who came in and immediately produced in 2000. Shockey had 45 receptions and 604 yds. with 8 tds. In 2001,. Shockey was selected 14^th overall by the New York Giants. He went on to 4 Pro Bowl selections.
Kellen Winslow, Jr.
As the son of an NFL Hall of Fame tight end, Winslow had big shoes to fill. He had no problem doing so. After Jeremy Shockey got drafted Winslow, Jr. went on to have a stellar 2002 campaign where he had a school record 57 rec. for 726 yds. and 8 tds. He was a controversial player for his off field antics but still an All-American and Mackey award finalist. Winslow was drafter by the Cleveland Browns with the 6^th pick in the NFL Draft.




Offensive Linemen:
Bryant McKinnie
The hulkish frame of this bohemith of a tackle was too big for most defensive ends to get around. Standing at 6’8” tall and 355 lbs., Bryant McKinnie was a dominant force that kept Ken Dorsey clean for all of the season. Not even a sack let up for him in 2001. He was the Outland trophy winner and finish 8^th in the Heisman voting. Eighth! He went on to be drafted 7^th overall by the Minnesota Vikings.
Vernon Carey
Vernon Carey didn’t fully start until his redshirt sophomore year in 2002. He was an All-Big East Selection and Third team All-American. Carey went on to be selected 19^th overall by the Miami Dolphins.
Brett Romberg
Brett Romberg was the brains of the offensive line and his brain led him to be successful. At an undersized, 6’2” 293 lbs., Romberg used his skill and smarts to dominate his position. It led to him winning the 2002 Rimington Trophy for the best center and a first-team All-American slot. He went undrafted as a free agent to the St. Louis Rams.


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Linebackers:
Jonathan Vilma
Ken Dorsey was to the offense what Jonathan Vilma was to the defense. The commander of the defense, Jon Vilma, provided us all with textbook tackling and leadership by example. He led the team in tackles from 2001-2003 and was a Butkis Award finalist. Vilma was drafted 12^th overall by the New York Jets. He later went on to win a Super Bowl with the New Orleans Saints.
D.J. Williams
The California native began his career at Miami as a fullback but then transitioned to his strong position of linebacker in 2001 where he was a solid contributor. He later went on to be a finalist for the Butkus Award and was one of the best linebackers in college football. By 2003, he was an All-American and a 2 time All-Big East player. He was drafted 17^th overall by the Denver Broncos and was a runner up to the Defensive Rookie of the Year award only to his former teammate, Jonathan Vilma.
Rocky McIntosh
Rocky McIntosh was an All-ACC selection for his linebacker skillset of tackles, forcing turnovers, and sacks. His senior year he led the team in tackles and gained All-Conference awards. McIntosh was then selected by the Washington Redskins in the 2006 NFL Draft.
Defensive Linemen
Vince Wilfork
As a solid contributor for the 2001 and 2002 season Wilfork’s potential grew bigger and bigger by each season, finally, reaching its peak in 2003. Wilfork was named the preseason #2 DT in the country by The Sporting News and started all 13 games with 64 tackles and 20 QB hurries. He would then forgo his senior year and be drafted 21^st by the New England Patriots.

Jerome McDougle
Jerome McDougle was a standout defensive end for the Hurricanes and helped lead their defense during their 2001 and 2002 championship runs. He was later drafted 15^th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles.
Orien Harris
Orien Harris was a another defensive stalwart on the line where he would rack up 159 career tackles and an All-ACC selection his junior year. He went on to be drafted in the 4^th round by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Defensive backs:
Ed Reed
From 1997-2001 Ed Reed was every opposing quarterback’s worst nightmare. As a complete ball hawk and hard-hitting competitor, Reed was a magnet for the ball. Reed was a first-team All-American in both 2000 and 2001. In 2001, he was the nation’s leading interceptor with 9 (a school record), had 21 career interceptions, a school record 5 returned for touchdowns, and four blocked punts. A true definition of a playmaker, the Baltimore ravens drafted him with the 24^th overall pick. Some consider him the best NFL safety ever. Some also believe his younger teammate Sean Taylor could’ve been as well if he was still alive.

Sean Taylor
Arguably the hardest hitting safety of all-time was Sean Taylor. A knack for the ball, and other players chests, Sean was a heat seeking missile that showed no remorse for any player. In 2001, he was one of only four true freshman to touch the field. By 2002, he had become nationally recognized with four interceptions a blocked kick and a punt returned for a TD. In 2003, he was a unanimous First-team All-American. He also was a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award with 10 interceptions on the year. Taylor was drafted fifth overall by the Washington Redskins. Sadly, though, after a few very productive, exciting Pro Bowl seasons, Taylor was murdered in 2007 in his Miami home.
Phillip Buchanon
Phillip Buchanon was a lethal kick and punt returner along with being a lockdown defensive back. He was a finalist for the Mosi Tatupu Award and was drafted 17^th overall by the Oakland Raiders.
Mike Rumph
A quiet but more than productive corner, Mike Rumph recorded 117 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, and 6 interceptions along with the 2001 National Title. He was selected in the 1^st round of the NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.

For every touchdown scored, for every win celebrated, and every loss mourned, our pride and glory, our ol’ faithful, our monument of Miami, none of this would be possible without you to be our home for so many years. If there was an NFL Draft for Stadiums, “The OB,” would be selected 1^st overall. Home to 5 National Championships and a 56 game home winning streak, the Orange Bowl will always live on forever as the ultimate advantage!

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