In the National Football League, Raekwon McMillan plays linebacker for the New England Patriots. He stands 1.88 m tall and weighs 110 kg. He went to Liberty County High School in Hinesville, Georgia. In 2013, he was presented with the High School Butkus Award. He was the top-rated inside linebacker in his class and a five-star prospect according to Rivals.com.
He attended Ohio State University, where he played college football for the Buckeyes. He played in 13 games as a freshman, recording 54 tackles, 2.5 sacks, an interception recovered for 24 yards, and a pass defense. He participated in 13 games as a sophomore, recording 119 tackles, 1.5 sacks, four passes deflected, and one fumble recovery.
In his 13 games as a junior in 2016, he made 102 tackles, two sacks, five passes defended, and two forced fumbles. He announced his plans to pursue the 2017 NFL Draft after his junior year. He was chosen by the Miami Dolphins in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He signed a four-year, $4.69 million contract with the Dolphins in May 2017, which included a $1.55 million signing bonus and a $3.16 million guarantee.
He was dealt to the Las Vegas Raiders in August of 2020. McMillan agreed to a contract with the New England Patriots in March 2021. In September 2021, he agreed to a one-year contract extension that would last until 2022.
What position is Raekwon Mcmillan?
Raekwon McMillan plays professional football as a linebacker for the New England Patriots.