James Patrick McCarthy (November 28, 1920 – December 2, 1991), sometimes known by the nickname "Red",[1] was an American football end and golfer.
[3][4] McCarthy served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
While stationed in Hawaii, he played several gams for the Honolulu Marines football team.
[5] He played for the Dodgers during the 1946 and 1947 seasons, appearing in 28 games for the club—26 of them as a starter on offense and defense at left end.
During his four-year career in professional football, he appeared in 54 games, 35 as a starter, and caught 28 passes for 531 yards and three touchdowns.