Cade McNown

Cade McNown is a former National Football League quarterback who played for the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins. Born in Portland, Oregon, McNown grew up in West Linn, Oregon, and attended West Linn High School, where he was a standout athlete in football, basketball, and baseball. He was recruited by several top colleges, including USC, University of Oregon, and University of Washington, before ultimately choosing to attend UCLA.

● Early Life

McNown's early life was marked by a strong athletic influence, with his father, Mike McNown, being a former Portland State University football player. Growing up in West Linn, Oregon, McNown was surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, with nearby Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge providing a stunning backdrop for his childhood. He attended West Linn High School, where he was coached by Ron Chappell and played alongside future National Football League players like Joey Harrington and A.J. Feeley. McNown's high school career was highlighted by his performance in the Oregon School Activities Association state championship game, where he led his team to a victory over Lake Oswego High School.

● College Career

At UCLA, McNown played under the guidance of coach Bob Toledo and alongside talented teammates like Skip Hicks and Jim McElroy. During his time with the Bruins, McNown set numerous school records, including career passing yards and touchdowns, and was a two-time All-Pac-10 selection. He led the team to a Rose Bowl appearance in 1998 and was named the Pac-10 Conference Player of the Year in 1998. McNown's college career was also marked by his performance in the 1997 Aloha Bowl, where he threw for 252 yards and a touchdown against Washington. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in sociology and was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity.

● Professional Career

The Chicago Bears selected McNown with the 12th overall pick in the 1999 NFL Draft, making him the first quarterback taken in the draft. He played for the Chicago Bears from 1999 to 2000 and started 15 games, throwing for 3,111 yards and 16 touchdowns. McNown also played for the Miami Dolphins in 2001 and San Francisco 49ers in 2002. During his time in the National Football League, McNown played alongside notable players like Brian Urlacher, Walter Payton, and Dan Marino. He was also coached by Dick Jauron and Dave Wannstedt, and was a member of the NFL Players Association.

● Personal Life

After retiring from football, McNown went on to pursue a career in finance, working for companies like Merrill Lynch and Wells Fargo. He has also been involved in various charitable organizations, including the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the United Way. McNown has been married to his wife, Christine McNown, since 2002 and has two children, Jackson McNown and Emily McNown. He currently resides in Lake Oswego, Oregon, where he is involved in his community and supports local organizations like the Lake Oswego School District and the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office. McNown has also been involved in various business ventures, including a restaurant in Portland, Oregon, and has made appearances at events like the Rose Bowl and the Super Bowl.