Career Receiving Stats
NFL 1963-1972
Yards
5,236
Touchdowns
38
Yds/Catch
15.8
Yds/Game
37.7
John Mackey's football career is remembered for its influence on the tight end position and his role in the evolution of the game. Born on September 24, 1941, in Roosevelt, New York, Mackey attended Syracuse University, where he played college football and honed his skills as a tight end. His performance at Syracuse caught the attention of professional
Yards
5,236
Touchdowns
38
Yds/Catch
15.8
Yds/Game
37.7