theres this guy....?

Its important to tell your friend that has a crush on you that you're not interested in a relationship with him. Tell him you love him as a friend and nothing more.

You need to be straight up and honest with him... he'd appreciate that more than making up excuses why you can't be with him. Just let him know how you feel.

Good luck.

Let him know how much the friendship the two of you have means to you and how much you don't want to mess with that. Try to be as honest as possible and just let him know that you don't see him in that way because your friendship is just so great. Try to bolster his ego and confidence a bit too, compliment him and tell him what is great about him and that some girl would be thrilled and so lucky to have him, but you think that you guys make better friends. Give him the opportunity to respond too, let him know that you want to talk about this and make sure the air is clear and that your friendship wont be under any awkward strain.

Definitely don't mention the other guy, he doesnt need that blow to the ego. Talk about it and then try to be as normal and possible, try not to let what he told you change how you are with him.

Best of luck!

You just have to tell him you don't see him the same way he sees you. Don't add anything that'll give him hope. Keep it brief, and don't lie. You don't have to worry about our crush; it doesn't have to be said. Tell him that this friendship is what you want.. and you like it the way it is... Of course, you can't expect him to be okay with all that, even if he says he is. You also have to understand that there might be changes afterwards. You see.. if he gets hurt, then he might need some time off.. who knows if he'll come back to be your friend still or not.. but be ready. Don't go asking him why he's being distant... if the distance appears after you tell him, then it may be linked to that. ..and you will have to give him the time/space he needs... I know you wanna be careful with his feelings... but don't go overboard; don't give false hopes, and don't feed him unnecessary(or untrue) information... Ball's in your court.

Just tell this guy you just want to be friends. If he really loves you he'll respect your wishes. GOOD LUCK!

You should recommend him to one of your friends and tell him to go with her that she is fun to be with.

just tell him how you feel

It is best to be honest.