A.J. McCarron is a former American football quarterback known for his successful college career with the Alabama Crimson Tide and his subsequent professional tenure in the NFL and other leagues.
College Career: McCarron played college football at the University of Alabama from 2009 to 2013. He led the Crimson Tide to three BCS National Championships in 2009, 2011, and 2012. In 2013, he received several prestigious awards, including the Maxwell Award, Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, and Kellen Moore Award.
Professional Career: In the 2014 NFL Draft, McCarron was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fifth round. He served as a backup quarterback for the Bengals from 2014 to 2017. He later signed with the Buffalo Bills in 2018 but was traded to the Oakland Raiders later that year. McCarron also had stints with the Houston Texans and Atlanta Falcons. In 2023, he joined the St. Louis Battlehawks in the XFL, leading the league in passing touchdowns, completion percentage, and passer rating.
Recent Developments: After his time with the Battlehawks, McCarron briefly returned to the Cincinnati Bengals in late 2023 but was released in February 2024. He re-signed with the Battlehawks in February 2024 but faced challenges, including an ankle injury during the season. In November 2024, he was released from the team. As of March 2025, McCarron is not currently affiliated with any professional football team.
Personal Life: McCarron is married to Katherine Webb, a former Miss Alabama and model who gained fame during the 2013 BCS Championship Game. The couple has three sons. In January 2025, Katherine Webb announced her return to modeling and fashion after a hiatus. A.J. McCarron has expressed interest in pursuing a podcasting career and coaching his children’s sports as he approaches retirement from professional football.