Randy McMichael
No headshot available
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | LAC | 7 | 9 | 13 | 51 | 0 | 54 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| 2011 | LAC | 15 | 30 | 44 | 271 | 0 | 189 | 12 | 0 | 27 |
| 2010 | LAC | 14 | 20 | 27 | 221 | 2 | 83 | 15 | 0 | 34 |
| 2009 | LA | 16 | 34 | 62 | 332 | 1 | 152 | 15 | 0 | 39 |
| 2008 | LA | 4 | 11 | 11 | 139 | 0 | 72 | 5 | 0 | 14 |
| 2007 | LA | 16 | 39 | 39 | 429 | 3 | 129 | 28 | 0 | 61 |
| 2006 | MIA | 16 | 62 | 62 | 640 | 3 | 267 | 35 | 0 | 82 |
| 2005 | MIA | 15 | 60 | 60 | 582 | 5 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 86 |
| 2004 | MIA | 16 | 73 | 73 | 791 | 4 | 0 | 42 | 0 | 105 |
| 2003 | MIA | 15 | 49 | 49 | 598 | 2 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 72 |
| 2002 | MIA | 16 | 39 | 68 | 485 | 4 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 71 |
Career Summary
Randy McMichael was an NFL tight end who played 11 seasons and appeared in 164 regular-season games.
He played five seasons with Miami, three with the Rams, and three with the Chargers. NFL statistics credit him with 426 receptions, 4,539 yards, and 24 receiving touchdowns.
Section reviewed
College Career
McMichael played college football at Georgia before entering the NFL.
NFL and Miami Dolphins player information identify Georgia as his college.
Section reviewed
Path to the NFL
Miami selected McMichael in the fourth round, 114th overall, of the 2002 NFL Draft.
Miami's 2005 media guide says the pick came from New Orleans in the Ricky Williams trade and was the Dolphins' highest selection of a tight end since 1988.
Section reviewed
Sources for this section
NFL Career
McMichael established himself in Miami before continuing his career with the Rams and Chargers.
His five Miami seasons produced 283 receptions, 3,096 yards, and 18 touchdowns, all franchise records for a Dolphins tight end. He played all 16 games in nine of his 11 NFL seasons.
Section reviewed
Career Accomplishments
McMichael remains Miami's all-time leader among tight ends in receptions and receiving yards.
His 73 receptions and 791 yards in 2004 remain the top single-season totals by a Dolphins tight end. He followed with 60 receptions in 2005 and 62 in 2006, three of the franchise's leading tight-end receiving seasons.
Section reviewed
Sources for this section
Playing Style
McMichael's value centered on his receiving production from the tight end position.
The Dolphins called him an excellent receiver and note that his 283 catches remain the club record for a tight end. His 2002 rookie season included 39 receptions for 485 yards and four touchdowns.
Section reviewed
Legacy
McMichael set the standard for Dolphins tight-end receiving production during his five years with the club.
Dolphins materials list him first among franchise tight ends in career receptions and receiving yards, ahead of Bruce Hardy, Mike Gesicki, Anthony Fasano, and Keith Jackson.
Section reviewed
Sources for this section
Post-Career
After retirement, McMichael was featured by the Dolphins discussing his football life and work beyond the field.
The club's Fins Flashback feature describes him as living his post-retirement life and revisits his relationships with former teammates, including Ricky Williams.
Section reviewed
Sources for this section
19738, 00-0021236, 1979-06-28, Randy McMichael, Randy, McMichael
MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
Compare current players by position using the transparent MFT statistical model.