Josh McCown
Position: QB
Jersey #: 3
Date of Birth: July 4, 1979
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 218 lbs
College: Sam Houston State
Drafted: Round , Pick 81 in 2002 by ARI
First Team: ARZ (2002)
Last Team: HOU (2020)
Quarterback Stats
| Year | Team | Games | Cmp | Att | Pass Yds | Pass TDs | INTs | Sacks | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | PHI | 2 | 3 | 5 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | NYJ | 4 | 60 | 110 | 539 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 32 | 0 | 21 |
| 2017 | NYJ | 13 | 267 | 397 | 2926 | 18 | 9 | 39 | 124 | 5 | 205 |
| 2016 | CLE | 5 | 90 | 165 | 1100 | 6 | 6 | 18 | 21 | 0 | 52 |
| 2015 | CLE | 8 | 186 | 292 | 2109 | 12 | 4 | 23 | 98 | 1 | 132 |
| 2014 | TB | 11 | 184 | 327 | 2206 | 11 | 14 | 36 | 127 | 3 | 127 |
| 2013 | CHI | 8 | 149 | 224 | 1829 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 69 | 1 | 136 |
| 2011 | CHI | 3 | 35 | 55 | 414 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 68 | 0 | 25 |
| 2009 | CAR | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | CAR | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3 | 0 | -0 |
| 2007 | LV | 9 | 111 | 191 | 1151 | 10 | 11 | 15 | 149 | 0 | 75 |
| 2006 | DET | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 | ARI | 9 | 163 | 270 | 1832 | 9 | 11 | 18 | 139 | 0 | 95 |
| 2004 | ARI | 14 | 233 | 408 | 2511 | 11 | 10 | 31 | 112 | 2 | 139 |
| 2003 | ARI | 7 | 95 | 165 | 1018 | 5 | 6 | 24 | 164 | 1 | 67 |
| 2002 | ARI | 2 | 7 | 18 | 66 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 20 | 0 | -1 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Josh McCown - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: July 4, 1979College: Sam Houston State University
Position: Quarterback (QB)
Career History
- Arizona Cardinals (2002-2005)
- Drafted in the 3rd round of the 2002 NFL Draft.
- Played in 24 games, starting 15 during his tenure.
- Detroit Lions (2006)
- Started in 4 games, showcasing his ability to adapt to different offenses.
- Oakland Raiders (2007)
- Limited action, providing depth at the quarterback position.
- Carolina Panthers (2008)
- Backup role, contributing to team practices and mentoring younger quarterbacks.
- Chicago Bears (2009-2011)
- Enjoyed a more prominent role, playing in 20 games and starting in 8.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2014)
- Started 11 games, showing flashes of his potential as a starter.
- Cleveland Browns (2015)
- Served as a reliable veteran presence on a struggling team.
- New York Jets (2017-2018)
- Started 13 games over two seasons, mentoring rookie quarterback Sam Darnold.
- Philadelphia Eagles (2019)
- Joined as a backup, providing leadership and experience.
- Houston Texans (2020)
- Ended his career with the Texans, making a few appearances in relief.
Career Highlights & Accomplishments
- Played in 98 career games with 98 touchdown passes.
- Recorded over 17,000 passing yards throughout his career.
- Known for his strong work ethic and leadership qualities both on and off the field.
- Respected mentor to younger quarterbacks, particularly during his time with the Jets.
- Played in the NFL for nearly 20 years, showcasing versatility and longevity in a challenging position.
Legacy
Josh McCown is notable for his resilience and adaptability throughout his lengthy NFL career. His ability to transition between various teams and systems while maintaining a positive impact on his teammates makes him a respected figure in the league.Source: gpt-4o-mini
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