Josh McCown
American football quarterback
Born
July 4th, 1979
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a quarterback in the NFL for multiple teams, including the Arizona Cardinals, Chicago Bears, and Philadelphia Eagles. Started his career with the Cardinals in 2002 and became a reliable backup and starter in various franchises. Set single-game records during his tenure, showcasing versatility and experience. Retired in 2021 after a long career, contributing significantly both on and off the field.
Logged over 98 touchdowns in his career
Played for 7 different NFL teams
Achieved a passer rating of 98.3 in 2016
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