Tony McGee

NFL player with the Washington Redskins and Chicago Bears[8]

What is Tony McGee known for?

Anthony Eugene "Tony" McGee, born on January 18, 1949, in Battle Creek, Michigan, is a former professional American Football player with an impressive career spanning fourteen seasons in the National Football League (NFL). He is an alumnus of Battle Creek Central High School.

In his early career, he played for the University of Wyoming in 1969. Despite being dismissed from the team following his involvement in a protest known as the "Black 14," McGee continued his college football career at Bishop College. His strong performance led him to be selected in the third round of the 1971 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears, despite being projected to be a first-round pick.

McGee delivered prolific performances throughout his professional career. As a defensive lineman, he played for the Chicago Bears (1971–1973), the New England Patriots (1974–1981), and the Washington Redskins (1982–1984). In recognition of his excellent defensive work, he was fondly nicknamed "Mac the Sack," earning a resounding reputation for his unmatched ability to get to the quarterback. Over his career, he accomplished a total of 106.5 sacks and played in 203 games, only missing one during his entire NFL career.

A career highlight was when he played in two Super Bowls with the Washington Redskins, and even won the Super Bowl XVII. Additionally, he was honored as part of the New England Patriots All-1970s Team. His significant contributions to football led him to become a nominee for the prestigious Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1994.

For more details on his games and stats, here are external links to NFL.com and Pro Football Reference.