The New England Patriots are officially 32 days away from their season opener against the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles. So we’re continuing our countdown series by listing every Patriots player that has ever worn the No. 32 jersey.
It’s going to be hard envisioning anyone ever wearing that number again after Devin McCourty spent the last 13 years in it. The legendary safety retired from football back in March, officially bringing an end to his illustrious career in New England.
McCourty finished his NFL run with three Super Bowl titles, three All-Pro nods, two Pro Bowls and recognition as an All-Dynasty Team member for the Patriots. It’s also only a matter of time before he’s permanently enshrined in the New England Patriots’ Hall of Fame.
Let’s take a look at McCourty and all of the players that came before him that wore the No. 32 (via Pro Football Reference).
DB Devin McCourty: 2010-2022
RB LaMont Jordan: 2008
DB Rashad Baker: 2006-2007
DB Hank Poteat: 2005-2006
RB Antowain Smith: 2001-2003
DB Willie Clay: 1996-1998
RB Blair Thomas: 1994
RB Leonard Russell: 1991-1993
RB Craig James: 1984-1988
RB Chuck McSwain: 1987
RB Andy Johnson: 1974-1982
RB Odell Lawson: 1970-1971
HB J.D. Garrett: 1964-1967
FB Billy Lott: 1961-1963
FB Alan Miller: 1960
