Jason McCourty
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| Name | Jason McCourty |
| Birth date | 13 August 1987 |
| Birth place | Marana, Arizona |
| Position | Cornerback |
| College | Rutgers University |
| Drafted | 2009 NFL Draft, 2009 (6th round) |
| Teams | Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins |
Jason McCourty (born August 13, 1987) is a former professional American football cornerback who played 13 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). A sixth-round pick out of Rutgers University in the 2009 NFL Draft, he became known for his durability, versatility, and role on playoff teams, including a Super Bowl-winning season with the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LIII. McCourty's career included stints with the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, New England Patriots, and Miami Dolphins.
Early life and high school
Born in Marana, Arizona, McCourty attended Forest Hills High School where he excelled in American football and basketball. He was a standout in the WPIAL and played alongside notable prospects who later joined programs at Penn State University, Notre Dame, and University of Michigan. During his prep career he earned regional honors and drew recruiting attention from Rutgers University, Syracuse University, Temple University, and University of Pittsburgh.
College career
McCourty enrolled at Rutgers University and played for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights under coach Greg Schiano. He contributed in the Big East Conference and faced opponents such as Pittsburgh, Syracuse, West Virginia, and Louisville. As a Scarlet Knight he logged interceptions, pass breakups, and tackles against teams like Boston College and UConn, drawing comparisons to conference defensive standouts and earning attention from NFL scouts evaluating talent for events like the NFL Scouting Combine and East–West Shrine Bowl.
Professional career
Selected in the sixth round (203rd overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans, McCourty joined a roster that included players from Vanderbilt, Alabama, Florida, and USC. He appeared in defensive packages coached by Jeff Fisher and worked with defensive coordinators who had previously coached with staffs tied to franchises like the Chicago Bears, Denver Broncos, and Seattle Seahawks. After establishing himself in Tennessee, McCourty later signed with the Cleveland Browns where he reunited briefly with personnel connected to Joe Thomas and Colt McCoy. A midseason move in 2017 brought him to the New England Patriots where head coach Bill Belichick utilized him in schemes facing teams such as the Pittsburgh Steelers, Kansas City Chiefs, and Los Angeles Rams. McCourty's tenure with the Patriots culminated in a roster that defeated the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LIII. He finished his career with the Miami Dolphins alongside staff affiliated with Brian Flores and teammates with roots at Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Clemson.
NFL career statistics
Across his NFL career McCourty compiled totals that placed him among active defensive backs of his era, including interceptions, passes defensed, tackles, and forced fumbles while matching up against receivers from programs such as Alabama, LSU, Oklahoma, Texas, and Florida. His playoff contributions included appearances in AFC matchups against clubs like the Pittsburgh Steelers, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, and the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC title events. Season-by-season statistics tracked by organizations like the Pro Football Hall of Fame and publications such as ESPN, Pro Football Focus, and Sports Illustrated detail interceptions returned for yardage, passes defended, solo tackles, and special teams snaps.
Personal life
McCourty is the twin brother of Devin McCourty, a longtime defensive back for the New England Patriots and Rutgers alumnus who is a multiple-time Pro Bowl selection and Super Bowl champion. The brothers grew up in a family connected to youth sports programs in Maine and New Jersey and have been involved with charitable initiatives alongside organizations like NFL Players Association, United Way, and community groups tied to franchises such as the Cleveland Browns and New England Patriots. Off the field, Jason has engaged with media outlets including ESPN, NFL Network, and local affiliates such as WBZ-TV and WKRP for features about player transitions and post-career planning.
Legacy and honors
McCourty's legacy includes a Super Bowl ring from Super Bowl LIII and recognition on team honor rolls and alumni lists at Rutgers University and the Tennessee Titans organization. He and his brother Devin have been profiled in coverage by The New York Times, The Washington Post, Boston Globe, USA Today, and The Athletic for their twin storyline and joint contributions to professional football. Honors include team awards, community service acknowledgments from franchise foundations, and inclusion in retrospective lists by outlets such as Bleacher Report and Pro Football Focus highlighting durable defensive backs of the 2010s.
Category:1987 births Category:Living people Category:American football cornerbacks Category:Rutgers Scarlet Knights football players Category:Tennessee Titans players Category:Cleveland Browns players Category:New England Patriots players Category:Miami Dolphins players