Ending his collegiate career with outstanding performances during his four years at Florida Atlantic University, linebacker Leighton McCarthy makes his exit from the nest as he continues onto the next steps of his football career.
Leaving his mark, McCarthy is ranked second in all-time career sacks and career yards from sacks. He is also third in all-time QB hurries, single-season sacks, and single-season yards from sacks.
Beyond FAU’s proximities, McCarthy is a Top 2021 NFL Draft prospect as he is named in the first list of College Football Today and ESPN+ Top 2021 NFL linebacker prospects.