Joey Harrington

Joey Harrington]] is a National Football League quarterback who moat recently played for the New Orleans Saints. He previously played for the Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins and Atlanta Falcons. He was released by the Saints on September 24, 2008.

Fast Facts:

1. Born: October 21, 1978
2. Birthplace: Portland, Oregon
3. Attended: Central Catholic High School
4. College: University of Oregon
5. Major: Business Administration
6. 2001: Offensive Player of the year for the Pac 10
7. Finished 4th in voting for the Heisman Trophy balloting
8. Distant cousin of golfer Padraig Harrington

NFL Career

Although improving his numbers every year since his rookie campaign in 2002, Joey Harrington has still posted some of the worst numbers in Detroit Lions franchise history. In his rookie season, Harrington started 12 games, and went 215 of 429 for 2,294 yards, 12 touchdowns and 16 interceptions. He was traded to the Miami Dolphins on March 16, 2006 for a 6th round pick.

Third Fiddle

On September 19, 2008, Harrington signed with the New Orleans Saints. After being unable to find a starting job at QB, Harrington is now the third string quarterback for the Saints. Harrington is follows starter Drew Brees and veteran Mark Brunell on the depth chart.¹

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