Colin McCarthy

Colin McCarthy (born May 30, 1988) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Miami Hurricanes after graduating from Clearwater Central Catholic High School. He was considered one of the better linebacker prospects for the 2011 NFL draft.

Professional career

McCarthy was selected in the fourth round with the 109th pick by the Tennessee Titans in the 2011 NFL draft.

McCarthy recorded the first interception of his career when he picked off a pass from Josh Freeman on November 27, 2011. McCarthy was voted the AFC Defensive Player of the Week and Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for his performance against the Buffalo Bills on December 4, 2011. McCarthy recorded 9 tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 2 fumble recoveries.

McCarthy missed the entire 2014 season with a dislocated shoulder.

On June 4, 2015, McCarthy announced his retirement from the NFL, at the age of 27.

NFL career statistics Legend Bold Career high

Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles GP GS Cmb Solo Ast Sck TFL Int Yds TD Lng PD FF FR Yds TD 2011 TEN 13 7 68 54 14 0.0 5 1 0 0 0 3 2 2 0 0 2012 TEN 7 7 38 25 13 0.0 3 1 49 1 49 1 0 0 0 0 2013 TEN 16 5 55 38 17 0.0 2 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 Career 36 19 161 117 44 0.0 10 3 50 1 49 5 3 2 0 0