History of Booger McFarland in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 10, 2025

Anthony "Booger" McFarland is a former NFL defensive tackle who played college football at LSU. Drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1999, he also played for the Indianapolis Colts. He won two Super Bowl rings, one with each team. After his playing career, McFarland transitioned to sports broadcasting, serving as an analyst for Monday Night Football in 2018 and 2019. In 2020, he became a pregame analyst on Monday Night Countdown.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

December 18, 1977: Booger McFarland's birth

On December 18, 1977, Anthony Darelle "Booger" McFarland was born.

1995: College Football Debut

In 1995, Booger McFarland began playing football for the LSU Tigers, starting every game as a freshman defensive tackle. He recorded a tackle in LSU's victory over Michigan State at the 1995 Independence Bowl.

1996: Peach Bowl Win and MVP

In 1996, Booger McFarland helped bring the LSU Tigers to a win in the Peach Bowl and earned SEC Defensive MVP honors.

1997: Independence Bowl Win

In 1997, Booger McFarland helped the LSU Tigers to a win in the Independence Bowl.

1998: Named Defensive Co-Captain

In the 1998 season, Booger McFarland was named defensive co-captain, earned first-team All-SEC and All-America honors.

1999: Graduation and Senior Bowl

In 1999, Booger McFarland graduated with a degree in business management and played in the Senior Bowl.

1999: Drafted into the NFL

In 1999, Booger McFarland was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first round of the NFL draft.

1999: Drafted by Tampa Bay Buccaneers

In 1999, Booger McFarland was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first round with the 15th overall pick in the NFL draft.

2002: Super Bowl XXXVII Win

In 2002, Booger McFarland won Super Bowl XXXVII with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

October 17, 2006: Traded to Indianapolis Colts

On October 17, 2006, Booger McFarland was traded to the Indianapolis Colts for a second-round pick in the 2007 NFL draft, reuniting him with Tony Dungy.