Michael Bush : 2007 Draft Day Picks

Michael Bush was born in Louisville, Kentucky on Juneon top 59-56.
16, 1984. Bush is a powerful running back who weighsAfter high school Bush took his game to the University
in at more than 250 pounds, and stands at 6 foot 3of Louisville where he began to play running back once
inches tall. He has a rare combination of speed, size,again. The 2005 season was a breakout year for
and strength that has made him a force on the footballBush when he ran for 1,143 yards and scored 23
field since his early years.touchdowns. His 23 scores were enough to lead the
During his high school career Bush was a do it all typeentire NCAA Division I in scoring. Unfortunately, during
player. Throughout his four years he played positionsthe first game of the 2006 season Bush broke his right
including quarterback, running back, defensive back,tibia, and never returned to the field. Before this injury
defensive end, safety, linebacker, and wide receiver.he had scored three touchdowns and tallied 128 yards
As a senior at Male High School Bush held down theon the ground.
quarterback position and led his team to the state title.Although Bush only had the chance to showcase his
One game in particular stands out in Bushs high schooltalent for one full season, he definitely left his mark on
career. As a senior he matched up against the teamthe program and is looking forward to doing so with
of his future teammate at the University of Louisville,future teams as well.
Brian Brohm. During this game Bush ran for 116 yards,After the conclusion of the 2006 season Bush
threw for 468 yards, and accounted for sevendeclared himself eligible for the 2007 NFL Draft. He is
touchdowns. In a game that many think is the bestlooking to pick up where he left off before being
ever in the state of Kentucky, Bushs team came outinjured.