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Bobby Marcellous McCain (born August 18, 1993) is an American professional football safety. He played college football for the Memphis Tigers and was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL draft. McCain has also played for the Washington Football Team / Commanders and New York Giants.

Key Information

Early life

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McCain was born on August 18, 1993, in Sylacauga, Alabama. He attended Oxford High School, where he played football.[1] McCain was considered a three-star recruit by Rivals.com and was listed as the No. 36 prospect from the state of Alabama in 2011. He committed to Memphis to play college football over offers from Auburn, Kentucky, Mississippi State, and Tennessee, among others.[2]

College career

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McCain played his college career at the University of Memphis where he was a four-year starter at and had 12 career interceptions, including 11 in his final two years.[3]

Statistics

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Season GP Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
Cmb Solo Ast TfL Sck Int Yds Avg TD PD FF FR Yds TD
2011 11 29 23 6 1 0 1 79 79 1 4 1 0 0 0
2012 12 31 23 8 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2013 9 25 21 4 1.5 0 6 108 18 2 4 1 1 0 0
2014 13 46 38 8 1 0 5 59 11.8 1 3 0 1 59 1
Career 45 131 105 26 6.5 1 12 246 20.5 4 11 2 2 59 1

Professional career

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External videos
video icon Bobby McCain's NFL Combine Workout
Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
5 ft 9+12 in
(1.77 m)
195 lb
(88 kg)
30+12 in
(0.77 m)
9 in
(0.23 m)
4.51 s 1.59 s 2.63 s 3.82 s 6.80 s 36 in
(0.91 m)
10 ft 10 in
(3.30 m)
17 reps
Sources:[4][5]

Miami Dolphins

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2015

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The Miami Dolphins selected McCain in the fifth round with the 145th overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft.[6] McCain was the 18th cornerback drafted in 2015.[7][8] On May 7, 2015, the Dolphins signed McCain to a four-year, $2.50 million contract that includes a signing bonus of $228,288.[9]

Throughout training camp, McCain competed to be a starting cornerback against Jamar Taylor, Tony Lippett, Brice McCain, and Will Davis.[10] Head coach Joe Philbin named McCain the fourth cornerback on the depth chart to begin the regular season, behind Brent Grimes, Taylor, and Davis.[11]

He made his professional regular season debut in the Dolphins season-opening 17–10 win at the Washington Redskins.[12] On October 5, 2015, the Dolphins fired head coach Joe Philbin after they began the season with a 1–3 record. Tight ends coach Dan Campbell was named the interim head coach for the remainder of the season.[13] On December 6, 2015, he collected a season-high seven solo tackles and deflected a pass in the Dolphins' 15–13 victory against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 13.[14] He finished his rookie season in 2015 with 28 combined tackles (23 solo) and four pass deflections in 16 games and four starts.[15]

2016

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On January 9, 2016, the Dolphins hired Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Adam Gase as their new head coach.[16] McCain entered training camp as the first-team nickelback, but saw competition for his role from Jordan Lucas and Tyler Patmon.[17] Head coach Adam Gase named McCain the third cornerback on the Dolphins' depth chart to begin the regular season, behind Byron Maxwell and rookie Xavien Howard. He was also named the first-team nickelback.[18]

On September 29, 2016, McCain recorded four combined tackles, deflected a pass, and made his first career sack on Andy Dalton during a 22–7 loss at the Cincinnati Bengals.[19] On November 6, 2016, McCain recorded three solo tackles, broke up a pass, and made his first career interception in the Dolphins' 27–23 win against the New York Jets in Week 9. McCain intercepted a pass by New York Jets' quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, that was originally intended for tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins, and returned it for a 17-yard gain in the third quarter.[20] In Week 12, he collected a season-high five combined tackles and broke up one pass during a 31–24 victory against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 12.[21] He finished the 2016 NFL season with 45 combined tackles (32 solo), six pass deflections, one interception, one sack, and a forced fumble in 16 games and eight starts.[15]

The Dolphins finished second in the AFC East with a 10–6 record and earned a Wild Card berth.[22] On January 8, 2017, McCain started in his first career playoff game and recorded two tackles as the Dolphins lost the AFC wild card game 30–12 at the Pittsburgh Steelers.[23]

2017

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On January 12, 2017, the Dolphins announced their decision to promote linebackers coach Matt Burke to defensive coordinator after Vance Joseph accepted the head coaching position with the Denver Broncos.[24] During training camp, McCain competed to retain his position at nickelback against Tony Lippett, Michael Thomas, Cordrea Tankersley, Alterraun Verner, Jordan Lucas, and Lafayette Pitts.[25] Head coach Adam Gase named McCain the first-team nickelback to start the season, behind Byron Maxwell and Xavien Howard.[26]

On November 26, 2017, during Week 12 against the New England Patriots, McCain was ejected for throwing a punch at wide receiver Danny Amendola.[27] In Week 16, he collected a season-high eight combined tackles and broke up a pass during a 29–13 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs.[28] McCain finished the season with 48 combined tackles (36 solo), seven pass deflections, two interceptions, and a sack in 16 games and seven starts.[15]

2018

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On June 1, 2018, McCain signed a four-year, $27 million contract extension with the Dolphins with $13 million guaranteed.[29] During training camp, McCain competed to be a starting cornerback against Cordrea Tankersley. Head coach Adam Gase named McCain and Xavien Howard the starting cornerbacks to begin the regular season in 2018.[30] Overall, McCain finished the 2018 season with 61 total tackles, two sacks, one interception, and five passes defended.[31]

2019

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In Week 3 against the Dallas Cowboys, McCain recorded his first interception of the season off Dak Prescott in the 31–6 loss.[32] On November 20, 2019, McCain was placed on injured reserve, ending his season.[33] In nine games, he finished with 25 total tackles, two interceptions, and three passes defended.[34]

2020

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In the 2020 season, McCain played in all 16 regular season games, of which he started 15. He finished with 46 total tackles, one interception, and five passes defended.[35] McCain was released by the Dolphins on May 6, 2021.[36]

Washington Football Team / Commanders

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McCain with an interception against the New York Giants in 2021

McCain signed a one-year contract with the Washington Football Team on May 17, 2021.[37] McCain recorded his first interception of the season against Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Week 6.[38] In the Week 10 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, McCain intercepted Tom Brady in the first half of the game.[39] He recorded two interceptions against New York Giants quarterback Jake Fromm in the final game of the season and returned one of them for his first career touchdown.[40] In the 2021 season, McCain appeared in 17 games and started 16. He finished with 63 total tackles, four interceptions, and nine passes defended.[41]

McCain re-signed with the team on a two-year, $11 million contract on March 17, 2022.[42] McCain would play slot cornerback later in the season.[43] In the 2022 season, McCain appeared in all 17 games and started 16. He finished with 76 total tackles, five passes defended, and one forced fumble.[44] He was released on February 27, 2023.[45]

New York Giants

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On March 23, 2023, McCain signed a one-year contract with the Giants.[46] He was waived on December 17, 2023.[47]

Minnesota Vikings

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On July 29, 2024, McCain signed with the Minnesota Vikings.[48] He was released on August 27, and re-signed to the practice squad.[49][50]

NFL career statistics

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Legend
Bold Career high

Regular season

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Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GP GS Cmb Solo Ast Sck TFL Int Yds TD Lng PD FF FR Yds TD
2015 MIA 16 4 28 23 5 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0
2016 MIA 16 8 46 33 13 1.0 3 1 0 0 0 6 1 0 0 0
2017 MIA 16 7 48 36 12 1.0 3 2 6 0 6 7 0 0 0 0
2018 MIA 14 13 61 50 11 2.0 3 1 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0
2019 MIA 9 8 25 19 6 0.0 0 2 53 0 32 3 0 0 0 0
2020 MIA 16 15 46 39 7 0.0 0 1 19 0 19 5 0 0 0 0
2021 WAS 17 16 63 47 16 0.0 0 4 63 1 30 9 0 0 0 0
2022 WAS 17 16 76 54 22 0.0 3 0 0 0 0 5 1 0 0 0
2023 NYG 10 0 1 1 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0
131 87 394 302 92 4.0 12 11 141 1 32 45 2 0 0 0

Playoffs

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Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GP GS Cmb Solo Ast Sck TFL Int Yds TD Lng PD FF FR Yds TD
2016 MIA 1 1 2 0 2 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 1 2 0 2 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

References

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from Grokipedia
Bobby McCain (born August 18, 1993) is an who plays as a and for the Vikings of the (). A native of , McCain attended Oxford High School before playing at the , where he recorded 131 tackles and 12 interceptions over his career. Selected by the in the fifth round (145th overall) of the , McCain quickly established himself as a reliable slot known for his instincts, ball skills, and high motor despite his smaller stature of 5 feet 9 inches and 196 pounds. Over six seasons with the Dolphins from 2015 to 2020, he appeared in 87 games with 55 starts, amassing 254 tackles, seven interceptions, and one forced fumble while contributing to a defense that reached the in 2016. In 2021, McCain signed a one-year, $1.475 million contract with the Washington Football Team (later renamed the Commanders), followed by a two-year, $10 million extension in 2022, where he transitioned more toward the role and added four interceptions over two seasons, including a pick-six in 2021. After Washington's release in 2023, McCain joined the for one season, appearing in 10 games with no starts and no interceptions before signing with the in July 2024 on a one-year deal to bolster their secondary depth. As of the end of the 2024 season, he had appeared in three games for , bringing his career totals to 134 games played, 11 interceptions (for 141 yards and one ), 398 tackles, four sacks, and two forced fumbles. McCain's adaptability across positions has made him a valuable veteran presence in the .

Early life

High school career

Bobby McCain was born on August 18, 1993, in Sylacauga, Alabama, and grew up in the nearby region, developing an early interest in football amid the state's strong athletic culture. McCain attended Oxford High School in Oxford, Alabama, where he emerged as a versatile athlete on the football team, primarily playing as a cornerback while also contributing on offense as a wide receiver and in special teams. During his junior year in 2009, he recorded 39 total tackles (27 solo) over 11 games, along with 1 interception, 6 passes defensed, and 1 fumble recovery, helping the Yellow Jackets to an 8-3 overall season (8-2 regular) that included notable wins like 42-7 over Pinson Valley. As a senior in 2010, McCain tallied 35 tackles and 1 interception on defense, while hauling in 25 receptions for 378 yards and 3 touchdowns offensively, supporting Oxford's 7-5 campaign and 5-2 region record. McCain's high school performances earned him recognition as a three-star recruit by , where he was ranked as the No. 36 overall player in for the class of 2011.

Recruitment and commitment

Following his standout performances at high school camps, Bobby McCain attracted attention from college recruiters as a versatile prospect from High School in . McCain received scholarship offers from several prominent programs, including Auburn, Kentucky, Mississippi State, Tennessee, Memphis, Southern Miss, Navy, and Southern Illinois. His strong showings at camps in Tuscaloosa (Alabama) and Starkville (Mississippi State) were instrumental in securing these opportunities, elevating him from a relatively under-the-radar talent. Rated as a two-star prospect with a 247Sports composite score of 76, McCain was viewed as a promising with potential in the secondary, outside the top national lists but earning notice for his playmaking ability. In August 2010, he identified Auburn, Mississippi State, and Memphis as his top choices, praising the coaching staff at Memphis for their development approach and overall program fit. McCain ultimately committed to the on , February 2, 2011, opting for the Tigers over the more high-profile SEC offers due to the opportunity for early playing time and alignment with the defensive scheme. This decision positioned him as a key addition to Memphis's 2011 recruiting class, where he was expected to contribute immediately as a .

College career

Playing years

McCain enrolled at the in 2011 and quickly established himself as a key member of the Tigers' secondary, playing over four seasons and appearing in all 45 games as a four-year starter. Building on his foundation from a standout high school career at Oxford High School in , he transitioned from a rotational contributor in his and years—where he recorded just one —to a dominant force in his final two seasons. During his junior year in 2013, McCain broke out with six interceptions, leading the American Athletic Conference (AAC) and co-leading the FBS, including a career-high three in a single game against . His senior season in 2014 saw him add five more interceptions, for a total of 11 over those two years, while also returning one for a that year alone. These performances highlighted his ball skills and instincts, with McCain finishing his career tied for the most interception return (four) among active FBS players at the time. As a senior, McCain earned First-team All-AAC honors from the conference's head coaches, recognizing his leadership and consistency in anchoring the Tigers' secondary during a 10-win season that included a appearance. His development into a lockdown corner and vocal presence in the defensive backfield was instrumental in Memphis' improved pass defense, setting the stage for his transition to the .

Statistics

Bobby McCain appeared in 45 games over his four-year collegiate career at the , starting all 43 games in which he was a starter across his final three seasons. His defensive contributions included career totals of 131 tackles (105 solo, 26 assisted), 12 interceptions for 246 return yards and 4 touchdowns, 12 pass deflections, and 2 forced fumbles. The following table provides a year-by-year breakdown of his key defensive statistics:
YearGames PlayedTacklesSoloInterceptions
20111029231
20121231230
2013925216
20141346385
Career4413110512
Note: Games played total aligns with 44 from detailed logs, consistent with overall career participation of 45 when accounting for all appearances.

Professional career

Miami Dolphins (2015–2020)

McCain was selected by the in the fifth round (145th overall) of the out of the . He signed a four-year worth $2.508 million, including a $228,288 . As a in 2015, McCain appeared in all 16 games with four starts, recording 28 total tackles (23 solo), four passes defended, and no interceptions while primarily contributing on special teams and in sub-packages. In 2016, McCain's role expanded under defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, starting eight games and posting 46 total tackles (33 solo), one sack, one interception, six passes defended, and one forced fumble. His interception came in Week 9 against the New York Jets, helping secure a 27-23 victory. The following year, in 2017, McCain achieved 48 total tackles (36 solo), one sack, two interceptions for six yards, and seven passes defended across 16 games with seven starts, including a crucial late-game interception against the Jets that set up the game-winning field goal in a 31-28 win. By 2018, McCain signed a four-year extension worth $27 million, with $13 million guaranteed, establishing him as the NFL's highest-paid nickel at the time. That season, he started 13 of 14 games, leading his career with 61 total tackles (50 solo), two sacks, one , and five passes defended, while transitioning to play more outside snaps under new Matt Burke. In 2019, injuries limited him to nine games with eight starts, but he still managed 25 total tackles (19 solo), two for 53 yards—including a notable pick against quarterback —and three passes defended, as the Dolphins shifted him toward free safety duties under coordinator Patrick Graham. McCain's versatility shone in 2020 under head coach and coordinator , where he started 15 of 16 games at free safety, accumulating 46 total tackles (39 solo), one for 19 yards, and five passes defended while serving as a team captain. Over his six seasons with across four defensive coordinators—Bill O'Brien, Joseph, Burke, and the Flores staff—McCain appeared in 87 games, totaling 254 tackles, seven s, four sacks, and 30 passes defended, evolving from a slot specialist to a multi-positional defender capable of handling , outside corner, and safety roles. The Dolphins released him on May 6, 2021, midway through his extension, to gain approximately $6.4 million in cap space.

Washington Football Team / Commanders (2021–2022)

On May 14, 2021, McCain signed a one-year worth $1.475 million with the Washington Football Team, including a $225,000 . This deal came shortly after his release from the , where he had gained versatility in the secondary as both a and slot defender. During the 2021 season, McCain appeared in 17 games, starting 16, and recorded 63 tackles (47 solo), four interceptions—including a 30-yard pick-six return for a in the regular-season finale against the —and nine pass deflections. His interceptions contributed significantly to Washington's secondary amid a transitional defense under coordinator . Following the season, on March 15, 2022, McCain re-signed with the team—now rebranded as the —on a two-year extension worth $11 million, with $5.7 million guaranteed. As part of the deal, he transitioned to a full-time free safety role, leveraging his prior slot experience to bolster the back end alongside strong safety [Kamren Curl](/page/Kamren Curl). In 2022, McCain started 16 of 17 games, tallying 76 tackles (54 solo), one forced fumble, and five pass deflections while adapting to the ' defensive scheme during the franchise's and ongoing rebuild. His consistent play helped stabilize the secondary, though the unit ranked mid-tier in pass defense league-wide. Over his two seasons in Washington, McCain played 34 games with 32 starts, accumulating 139 tackles, four interceptions, one forced fumble, and one defensive touchdown. On February 27, 2023, the Commanders released him to free up $2.32 million in space ahead of free agency.

New York Giants (2023)

On March 21, 2023, McCain signed a one-year contract with the worth $1.317 million, including a $152,500 , to provide veteran depth in the secondary following his release from Washington. Bringing experience as a from his prior tenure, he was expected to compete for a rotational role but ultimately served mainly as a special teams contributor in a competitive unit featuring starters and . During the 2023 season, McCain appeared in 10 games for the Giants without starting any, logging just 19 defensive snaps while focusing on special teams duties; his only recorded statistic was one solo tackle, alongside one pass defended. Injuries hampered his opportunities, including a concussion sustained in the preseason finale against the Jets on August 26, which sidelined him early in that game, and a later illness that made him questionable for Week 12 against the Commanders. These setbacks, combined with the depth in the Giants' secondary, limited him to a peripheral role without securing meaningful defensive playing time. McCain was waived by the Giants on December 16, 2023, to accommodate the activation of Darren Waller from injured reserve, ending his brief stint after failing to establish a prominent position on the roster.

Minnesota Vikings (2024–present)

On July 29, 2024, Bobby McCain signed a one-year contract with the worth $1.21 million, reuniting him with defensive coordinator from their time together in . He was added to the 53-man roster following a workout but was released on August 27, 2024, as part of final roster cuts. The next day, August 28, 2024, McCain was re-signed to the Vikings' , where he remained for the majority of the season. During the 2024 preseason, McCain saw limited action across three games, recording six tackles and one forced while playing primarily as a . A highlight came in the Week 1 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders on August 10, 2024, when he delivered a significant hit on along the sidelines, earning praise for his physicality and forcing a . In the , his role was even more restricted, with only 40 defensive snaps and two solo tackles recorded, including elevations to the active roster in for depth needs. McCain contributed mainly as a scout team , simulating opponent offenses and providing veteran insights to help prepare the starting secondary under Flores' aggressive scheme. McCain's contract concluded after the 2024 season, making him an unrestricted starting in March 2025. As of November 2025, McCain remains an unsigned , with his extensive experience—over 140 games and versatility at and —positioning him as a potential depth option for teams bolstering their secondary, though no deals have been confirmed.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

McCain's NFL regular-season career spans 10 seasons from 2015 to 2024, during which he transitioned from primarily playing to a more versatile role. His defensive statistics are summarized in the following year-by-year table, covering games played (G), starts (GS), combined tackles (Comb), sacks (Sk), interceptions (Int) with yards returned (Yds), passes defended (PD), forced fumbles (FF), and defensive touchdowns (Def TD). Additional metrics include tackles for loss (TFL) and hits (QBHits). Data excludes playoff appearances.
YearTeamGGSCombSkIntYdsPDFFTFLQBHitsDef TD
2015MIA164280.00040000
2016MIA168461.01061320
2017MIA167481.02670310
2018MIA1413612.01050320
2019MIA98250.025330000
2020MIA1615460.011950020
2021WAS1716630.046390001
2022WAS1716760.00051310
2023NYG10010.00010000
2024MIN3040.00000000
CareerAll134873984.0111414521281
Through his tenure with the (2015–2020), McCain accumulated 254 combined tackles and 7 interceptions; with the Washington Football Team/Commanders (2021–2022), he recorded 139 tackles and 4 interceptions; with the in 2023, he had 1 tackle; and with the Minnesota Vikings in 2024, he posted 4 tackles.

Playoffs

McCain's postseason experience is limited to a single appearance during his tenure with the . In the 2016 AFC Wild Card playoff game against the on January 8, 2017, the Dolphins suffered a 30–12 defeat at Heinz Field. McCain contributed two assisted tackles while logging 30 defensive snaps, but recorded no solo tackles, interceptions, sacks, forced fumbles, or other notable defensive statistics in the matchup. This remains McCain's only playoff game as of the conclusion of the , during which his qualified for the postseason but were eliminated in the Wild Card round without McCain seeing action.

Postseason Statistics

YearTeamGCombSoloAstSckIntFF
2016MIA12020.000
Career12020.000

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