Joe McIntosh

Joseph Ellison McIntosh (born December 9, 1962) is an American former professional football player who was a running back for one season with the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round of the 1985 NFL draft after playing college football for the NC State Wolfpack.

Early life Joseph Ellison McIntosh was born on December 9, 1962, in Lexington, North Carolina. He rushed 222 times for 1,190 yards and five touchdowns as a freshman in 1981, earning ACC Rookie of the Year and first-team All-ACC honors. He led the ACC in carries and rushing yards that season.

Professional career McIntosh was selected by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round, with the 118th overall pick, of the 1985 NFL draft. He was released on October 19, 1987, after the strike ended.