As the NFL offseason concludes and roster cuts approach, some athletes face the unpleasant reality of being dismissed. For some, it is a short setback; for others, it marks the end of the journey. Colt McCoy, a former New York Giants quarterback who hasn’t played since 2022, has chosen to retire at the age of 37.
McCoy, who was selected in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft, came into the league with high expectations after a great collegiate career at Texas. He started his NFL career with the Cleveland Browns, where he played the first three years. After a run with the San Francisco 49ers in 2013, McCoy established himself as a solid backup for a number of teams, most notably Washington.
In 2020, McCoy joined the New York Giants, where he started two games, including a spectacular upset win against the Seattle Seahawks. During his tenure with the Giants, he completed 40 of 66 passes for 375 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.
McCoy’s last NFL destination was with the Arizona Cardinals, where he played two seasons as a seasoned backup. With possibilities in the NFL limited and the preseason underway, McCoy decided it was time to put up his cleats.
McCoy has already begun his post-playing career by providing material for Underdog Fantasy and announced his new job as part of NBC Sports’ Big Ten football coverage. McCoy’s path through the NFL was one of tenacity, and he exits the league with the respect of players, coaches, and fans alike. Congratulations to Colt McCoy on his excellent career!
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Quarterback Colt McCoy, who flourished in college for the Texas Longhorns before going on to play 14 seasons in the NFL with five different clubs, is formally retiring from football and transitioning to the broadcast booth. “Thank you football,” McCoy said on social media, with a video recapping his career.
