Mixed reaction usually follows when someone brings up the conversation of legacy players at the University of Miami. Most in recent memory have not continued the proud lineage of their families at the U, with few exceptions. One of those most notable exceptions is KC McDermott. He committed to Miami, following in the shadow of his brother, Shane McDermott. The middle child of the McDermott siblings chose Miami over offers from Notre Dame, Alabama, Michigan and a myriad of other premier FBS programs.
A member of Miami’s 2014 recruiting class, McDermott was used sparingly his freshman year at the U.