6 Football Players who Played for Buccaneers and Eagles
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Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played on both the Buccaneers and Eagles.
LeSean McCoy
LeSean McCoy, often better known as “Shady McCoy” is an NFL running back who had an impactful career primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills.
After being drafted by the Eagles in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft, he immediately made a significant impact, with his elusive running style and receiving abilities out of the backfield. His best season came in 2013 when he led the NFL with 1,607 rushing yards.
Over his career, he has amassed over 11,000 rushing yards, over 3500 receiving yards, and 89 total touchdowns. He won Super Bowl titles in back-to-back years with the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, though his roles on those teams were limited.
McCoy Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Eagles)
- Pro Bowl (Eagles, Bills)
- Super Bowl Winner (Chiefs, Buccaneers)
- 1000+ Yard Rushing Season (Eagles, Bills)
Julio Jones
Julio Jones started his career with the Atlanta Falcons in 2011 after they traded up to pick him sixth overall in the draft, and he quickly became a key figure in their offense. He’s recognized for his combination of size, speed, strength, hands, and route-running abilities.
Jones had a phenomenal 2015 season, leading the NFL with 136 catches and 1871 receiving yards. As of the end of 2022, Jones has earned seven Pro Bowl selections, has been named to the First-Team All-Pro twice, and has led the NFL in receiving yards twice.
Jones also helped lead the Falcons to Super Bowl LI in the 2016 season, where they, unfortunately, fell to the New England Patriots. His career includes more than 13,000 receiving yards and he holds several Falcons franchise records.
Jones Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Falcons)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Falcons)
Jeff Garcia
Jeff Garcia carved out a notable career in the NFL (and also excelled in the Canadian Football League (CFL)). Starting his professional career in the CFL with the Calgary Stampeders, he won the Grey Cup in 1998.
Garcia then moved to the NFL, spending the most significant part of his career with the San Francisco 49ers (1999–2003), where he earned Pro Bowl honors three times.
Known for his scrambling ability and toughness, Garcia passed for 25,537 yards and 161 touchdowns in the NFL. Despite stints with four other NFL teams, he’s most remembered for his time with the 49ers.
Garcia Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (49ers, Buccaneers)
- 3000+ Yard Passing Season (49ers)
DeSean Jackson
DeSean Jackson was then drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. With the Eagles, Jackson quickly made a name for himself, earning multiple Pro Bowl selections and becoming one of the NFL’s top receivers.
One of his most memorable moments was a game-winning punt return touchdown against the New York Giants in 2010, famously referred to as the “Miracle at the New Meadowlands.”
After his time with the Eagles, Jackson played for multiple teams including the Washington Football Team, Buccaneers, Ravens and Raiders, continuing to demonstrate his deep-threat prowess. Throughout his career, Jackson’s big-play ability has been a consistent hallmark, with numerous touchdowns of 60 yards or more.
Jackson Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Eagles)
- Super Bowl Ring (Rams)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Eagles, Commanders)
Josh McCown
Josh McCown, known for his resilience and adaptability, carved out a noteworthy 17-year career in the NFL – mostly as a reliable backup quarterback.
From his entry into the league with the Arizona Cardinals in 2002, he played for 9 different teams, a few times as the starting QB, but also stepping in and performing effectively whenever called upon when he wasn’t.
He threw for over 17,000 yards and 98 touchdowns, holding a career passer rating of around 80. Particularly impressive stints came with the Chicago Bears in 2013 and the New York Jets in 2017.
Ndamukong Suh
Ndamukong Suh is an NFL defensive tackle known for his dominant presence on the field and his aggressive style of play. He played college football at the University of Nebraska, where he garnered numerous accolades and emerged as one of the most dominant defensive players in the nation.
Selected second overall by the Detroit Lions in the 2010 NFL Draft, Suh made an immediate impact, winning the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award. Throughout his tenure with the Lions, he was consistently recognized as one of the top defensive linemen in the league, earning multiple Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections.
Suh later played for the Dolphins, Rams, Buccaneers, and Eagles. One of the team highlights of his career includes winning Super Bowl LV with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Suh Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Lions)
- Pro Bowl (Lions, Dolphins)
- Super Bowl Champ (Buccaneers)
