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Mac Cody
No. 82
Position: Wide receiver
Personal information
Born: (1972-08-07) August 7, 1972 (age 52)
St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Height: 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight: 182 lb (83 kg)
Career information
High school: St. Louis (MO) Vashon
College: Memphis
Undrafted: 1994
Career history
Career highlights and awards
  • CFL West All-Star (1996)
  • Tiger-Cats MOP (1996)
  • Led CFL in receiving yards (1996)
Career NFL statistics
Receptions: 23
Receiving yards: 272
Touchdowns: 1
Player stats at PFR
Player stats at ArenaFan.com

Maclin Cody (born August 8, 1972) is a former professional American football player. He played as a wide receiver for several teams. This included the Arizona Cardinals in the National Football League (NFL). He also played in the Canadian Football League (CFL) and the Arena Football League (AFL).

Mac Cody went to Vashon High School in St. Louis, Missouri. He then played college football at the University of Memphis.

Who is Mac Cody?

Maclin Cody is known for his time as a wide receiver. This is a player who catches passes from the quarterback. He played in some of the biggest football leagues. These included the NFL in the United States and the CFL in Canada.

Early Life and College Football

Mac Cody was born in St. Louis, Missouri. He grew up loving football. He played for Vashon High School. After high school, he went to the University of Memphis. There, he continued to play college football. This helped him get ready for a professional career.

Playing in the CFL and NFL

Mac Cody started his professional career in 1994. He played for teams in both the CFL and the NFL. He also spent some time in the Arena Football League.

CFL Success

In 1996, Mac Cody had a great year in the CFL. He played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. That year, he led the entire league in receiving yards. This means he gained the most yards by catching passes. Because of his amazing performance, he was named the Tiger-Cats' Most Outstanding Player. He was also chosen as a CFL West Division All-Star. This means he was one of the best players in his division.

NFL Journey

Mac Cody also played in the NFL. He was part of the Arizona Cardinals team for two seasons. Playing in both the CFL and NFL shows he was a versatile player. He could adapt to different styles of football.

What is a Wide Receiver?

A wide receiver is a key player in American and Canadian football. Their main job is to run specific routes. They try to get open to catch passes. These passes come from the quarterback. After catching the ball, they try to run as far as possible. Their goal is to score a touchdown or gain yards for their team.

Career Highlights

Mac Cody's career had several notable moments. His best season was in 1996 with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He led the CFL in receiving yards that year. This is a big achievement for any wide receiver. He was also recognized as an All-Star. This shows he was one of the top players in the league.

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