Luke McCown, a professional American football quarterback, spent a decade in the National Football League (NFL) navigating the challenges and opportunities that came with the role. Born on July 12, 1981, in Jacksonville, Texas, McCown attended Jacksonville High School before playing college football at Louisiana Tech University. His college career was marked by impressive statistics, which helped him gain attention from NFL scouts.
In the 2004 NFL Draft, McCown was selected in the fourth round by the Cleveland Browns. His rookie season saw him stepping onto the field in a backup role, but he soon found himself starting four games due to injuries to the team's primary quarterbacks. During his time with the Browns, McCown completed 48.1% of his passes for 608 yards, four touchdowns, and seven interceptions.
The following year, McCown was traded to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His tenure with the Buccaneers was characterized by limited playing time, as he primarily served as a backup quarterback. Over the next few seasons, McCown appeared in a handful of games, providing support when needed but not securing a permanent starting position. Despite the limited opportunities, he managed to showcase his skills when called upon, including a notable performance in 2007 when he threw for 313 yards and two touchdowns in a game against the New Orleans Saints.
In 2009, McCown signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars. His time with the Jaguars was brief, as he was traded to the New Orleans Saints before the start of the regular season. However, he did not play in any regular-season games for the Saints that year. McCown returned to the Jaguars in 2011, where he saw action in a few games, including a start against the New York Jets.
McCown's career continued with a stint at the Atlanta Falcons in 2012, although he did not see any regular-season action during his time with the team. In 2013, he returned to the New Orleans Saints, where he served as a backup to Drew Brees. His role with the Saints primarily involved providing depth and experience to the quarterback position, as well as mentoring younger players.
Throughout his NFL career, McCown was known for his professionalism and readiness to step in whenever his team needed him. While he may not have been a regular starter, his presence on the roster provided valuable support to the teams he played for. His career statistics include 2,370 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and 15 interceptions.
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