Jay McDonagh (born February 7, 1973) is an American former professional football quarterback who played four seasons in the Arena Football League (AFL) with the Buffalo Destroyers, New Jersey/Las Vegas Gladiators and Columbus Destroyers.
[2] Source:[3] McDonagh played for the Bologna Phoenix in the Italian Football League during the 1997 season.
The Phoenix advanced to the Italian Super Bowl, while McDonagh was voted as league and team MVP.
[4] McDonagh played for the Green Bay Bombers of the Professional Indoor Football League in 1998.
In a victory against the Minnesota Purple Rage, McDonagh completed 15 of 23 passes for 4 touchdowns and 199 yards.
McDonagh averaged 254.8 passing yards per game and helped the team to their second championship by winning ArenaCup II.