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Josh McCown | Quarterback

Team: Chicago Bears
Age / DOB:  (33) / 7/4/1979
Ht / Wt:  6'4' / 213
College: Sam Houston State
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Bears re-signed QB Josh McCown to a one-year contract.
McCown, 34 in July, has completed 58 percent of his 1,113 career passes with a 37:44 TD-to-INT ratio and 13-20 record. Chicago should remain in the market for a No. 2-caliber quarterback. McCown is best suited for a third-string role. Mar 29 - 5:41 PM
Source: Brad Biggs on Twitter

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Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Bears signed QB Josh McCown.

The Bears are protecting themselves with Jay Cutler (concussion) extremely questionable for Monday's game against the 49ers. McCown appeared in three games for Chicago last year and spent training camp with them. He'd back up Jason Campbell if Cutler is inactive.
Tue, Nov 13, 2012 12:26:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

The Bears are expected to re-sign free agent QB Josh McCown if Jay Cutler (concussion) can't play in Week 11.

McCown played in three games for the Bears last season and led them to a win in Week 17. If Cutler is out, he'd back up Jason Campbell against the 49ers next Monday night.
Related: Bears
Source: Chicago Sun-Times
Mon, Nov 12, 2012 10:09:00 AM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Bears released QB Josh McCown.

The Bears will roll with only Jason Campbell behind starter Jay Cutler. McCown, 33, could find himself out of the league this season.
Source: Vaughn McClure on Twitter
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 11:42:00 AM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Bears signed QB Josh McCown to a one-year contract.

Signed off the street last November, McCown ended up providing the Bears salvation from the Caleb Hanie disaster, keeping the team in his Week 16 and 17 starts. He had previously not attempted a pass since Week 1 2009. Four months shy of his 33rd birthday, he'll be the Bears' third-string quarterback behind Jay Cutler and Jason Campbell. Nate Enderle, hand-picked by Mike Martz last season, may not be long for Chicago.
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Wed, Mar 14, 2012 11:52:00 AM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

According to the Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs, the Bears haven't ruled out re-signing free agent Josh McCown.

Out of the league in 2010, McCown kept the Bears in his two 2011 starts, and proved to be a vastly superior option to Caleb Hanie (who is also a free agent) behind Jay Cutler. Entering his age-33 campaign, McCown isn't a viable option to be the Bears' long-term backup, but at the very least deserves consideration to be Chicago's third quarterback in 2012.
Source: Brad Biggs on Twitter
Sat, Feb 25, 2012 03:42:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Josh McCown completed 15-of-25 passes for 160 yards, one touchdown, and one interception against the Vikings in Week 17.

McCown proved to be a considerable upgrade on Caleb Hanie, which is damning with faint praise. The Bears are reportedly willing to discuss bringing McCown back as Jay Cutler's caddy, but his future in the Windy City is likely tied to OC Mike Martz, who remains unsigned for 2012. Counting on McCown as any more than a third-stringer is optimistic bordering on foolish.
Sun, Jan 1, 2012 06:17:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Josh McCown reportedly did enough in Week 16 versus the Packers to be "part of an offseason conversation" in the Bears front office.

The Bears posted a season-high 441 yards of offense in McCown's first start after a string of Caleb Hanie disappointments. It's possible that McCown will enter next season as the backup, though he's been stretched as more than a third-stringer in his 10-year career.
Source: National Football Post
Tue, Dec 27, 2011 06:48:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Bears coach Lovie Smith indicated Monday that Josh McCown will start in Week 17 against the Vikings.

Jay Cutler will have the pins removed from his previously fractured right thumb on Tuesday, but he's almost certainly not going to play in the season finale. Smith wouldn't say whether Cutler will practice this week, and said he's "looking forward" to a second straight start for McCown. McCown went 19-of-28 for 242 yards, one touchdown, and two picks in Monday's loss.
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Source: Brad Biggs on Twitter
Mon, Dec 26, 2011 01:35:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Josh McCown completed 19-of-28 passes for 242 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions in Chicago's Week 16 loss to the Packers.

McCown tacked on some yardage in garbage time, but turned in easily the Bears' best performance at quarterback since Jay Cutler went down in Week 11. The 32-year-old journeyman showed impressive poise against the blitz, hitting his two biggest throws on plays where the Packers brought the house. Aside from a pick thrown right to Clay Matthews, McCown avoided mistakes, keeping the chains moving with short, accurate throws. With Chicago now officially eliminated from playoff contention, McCown should be under center against Minnesota in Week 17.
Sun, Dec 25, 2011 11:48:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

The Bears confirmed they will start Josh McCown against the Packers in Week 16.

McCown didn't even need to prove himself in practice this week. Caleb Hanie had to take a seat after throwing a total of nine interceptions in four straight losses. Still, McCown doesn't figure to fare much better Saturday. He was signed as a street free agent one month ago and has recorded 40 turnovers of his own in 31 career starts.
Related: Caleb Hanie
Source: ESPN Chicago on Twitter
Wed, Dec 21, 2011 12:06:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

ESPN Chicago reports that the Bears plan to start Josh McCown over Caleb Hanie in Week 16 against the Packers.

McCown will get the nod if he performs well in practice this week. Hanie simply played his way out of the position, throwing nine interceptions in four games. McCown was signed off the street in late November. He's also been turnover prone throughout his career, but the Bears could not justifiably turn back to Hanie. The Packers' defense will still be a highly recommended start in fantasy title week. As for Hanie, he blew a golden opportunity at the end of a contract season and will draw scant interest in 2012 free agency.
Related: Caleb Hanie
Source: ESPN Chicago
Tue, Dec 20, 2011 04:03:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Bears signed QB Josh McCown, formerly of the 49ers.

The Bears missed out on Kyle Orton when the Chiefs beat them to him in the waivers process. McCown is a fallback option. The 32-year-old former UFL quarterback has been awful on the field throughout his eight-year NFL career, but is familiar with Mike Martz's scheme and can hold a clipboard with the best of 'em. He's probably very little threat to Caleb Hanie's starting job. In terms of the depth chart, McCown figures to compete in practice with rookie Nathan Enderle for the primary backup job.
Wed, Nov 23, 2011 04:19:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

Free agent Josh McCown is reportedly the "leading candidate" to be signed as Caleb Hanie's veteran backup in Chicago.

McCown is expected to be signed by Wednesday, so he can put in a full week of practice. The Bears needed a veteran who was familiar with the offense, and McCown played under OC Mike Martz (as well as DC Rod Marinelli) in Detroit back in 2006. He won't be a threat to Caleb Hanie's starting job.
Related: Bears
Source: ESPN Chicago
Tue, Nov 22, 2011 03:38:00 PM
Josh McCown - QB - Bears

The Raiders have reached out to free agent QB Josh McCown, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

McCown is 32 and spent last season in the United Football League. He might not even be an upgrade on Kyle Boller. The Raiders need to be setting their sights higher.
Related: Raiders
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
Mon, Oct 17, 2011 11:06:00 AM

Depth Charts

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PosRoleName
QB1Jay Cutler
2Josh McCown
3Matt Blanchard
RB1Matt Forte
2Michael Bush
3Armando Allen
4Harvey Unga
5Michael Ford
GLB1Michael Bush
2Matt Forte
3RB1Matt Forte
2Michael Bush
FB1Tony Fiammetta
2Kyle Adams
WR11Brandon Marshall
2Earl Bennett
3Devin Hester
4Joseph Anderson
5Brittan Golden
WR21Alshon Jeffery
2Marquess Wilson
3Eric Weems
4Devin Aromashodu
5Terrence Toliver
WR31Earl Bennett
TE1Martellus Bennett
2Fendi Onobun
3Steve Maneri
4Brody Eldridge
5Gabe Miller
K1Robbie Gould
2Austin Signor