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Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Former Gamecock star Marcus Lattimore is just days away from reporting to his new NFL team.  The runningback is set to head to the San Francisco 49ers on Friday.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  Marcus Lattimore worked out on his injured knee for NFL personnel, doing some exercises and pass-catching drills at South Carolina's pro day on Wednesday. He received loud applause from ex-teammates, coaches and NFL evaluators.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  Injured running back Marcus Lattimore will attend South Carolina's pro day on March 27, although he won't run in any drills for NFL personnel attending the session.

Friday, February 22, 2013  After being examined by doctors at the NFL combine Friday for almost four hours, former Gamecock Marcus Lattimore is still hopeful his injures won't jeopardize his NFL career.

Monday, February 18, 2013  Former Gamecock runningback Marcus Lattimore says doctors at this week's NFL combine will be shocked by the progress is making after knee surgery.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Seven Gamecock football players, including injured runningback Marcus Lattimore, have been invited to participate in this month's NFL combine.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  South Carolina star running back Marcus Lattimore is set to publicly address his future Wednesday afternoon, according to a release issued by the University of South Carolina.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012  South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier says running back Marcus Lattimore told him he will be back on the field for the Gamecocks.  Spurrier made the announcement Monday at an on-campus rally for the injured star.

Friday, November 18, 2011  USC sophomore running back Marcus Lattimore underwent successful surgery Thursday to repair a ligament in his knee.

Sunday, October 16, 2011  USC sophomore running back Marcus Lattimore has a torn knee ligament and will miss the rest of the 2011 season, coach Steve Spurrier confirmed Sunday.

Saturday, October 15, 2011  Shaw throws late TD pass to Jeffery, but Lattimore leaves game with leg injury.