O Leary moving to wide receiver.

[Callmedoc]

Kinda saw this coming, per rick semmler.

 

[mohoops247]

The move is solely based on the fact that he has had nagging tendinitis in his throwing elbow since he arrived on campus last fall. He has gone through numerous rehab stints with it over the last year and each time it fails to heal. It got to the point this summer where he couldn't throw without a high level of pain, so after consulting numerous specialists they suggested getting a cortisone shot as the last option of treatment. There was a chance this would do more damage than good, but it was O'Leary's only real option if he wanted to stay at QB, which he did. Unfortunately, the shot didn't help the healing process any and actually made it worse, so after a final MRI last week he made the decision to retire the arm.

After sitting down with the coaches that day, they decided to move him to WR. With his athleticism and knowledge of all positions on the field, I think he has a chance to be highly successful over the course of his career.

 

[Sycamore Proud]

Got to admire his desire. He will be a success at WR or, most likely, anyplace they decide for him to play.

 

[Callmedoc]

The move is solely based on the fact that he has had nagging tendinitis in his throwing elbow since he arrived on campus last fall. He has gone through numerous rehab stints with it over the last year and each time it fails to heal. It got to the point this summer where he couldn't throw without a high level of pain, so after consulting numerous specialists they suggested getting a cortisone shot as the last option of treatment. There was a chance this would do more damage than good, but it was O'Leary's only real option if he wanted to stay at QB, which he did. Unfortunately, the shot didn't help the healing process any and actually made it worse, so after a final MRI last week he made the decision to retire the arm.

After sitting down with the coaches that day, they decided to move him to WR. With his athleticism and knowledge of all positions on the field, I think he has a chance to be highly successful over the course of his career.

I had heard about the elbow troubles...happy that his injury allows him to still be competitive at a high level.

 

[TJames]

All Chris has to do is look at Ryan Roberts....

Ryan has moved from safety to quarterback to wide receiver to safety and now to linebacker. And he's been a valuable contributor every where he's played for the Sycamores. And Ryan has handled all the moves with poise and class.

 

[Sycamore Proud]

Ryan's attitude and competitive nature make him a role model for kids not only here, but across the country at any level you choose. Ryan Roberts gets my vote for the Great Attitude All America team. He is one more reason I'm proud to be a Tree!

 

[Sycalum82]

Tough break for a tough kid from a tough family. I have no doubt with his make-up that he will succeed at the new position.