McCardell was a 12th round pick of the Redskins in 1991. Two years later, the draft was reduced to seven rounds.
He went on to play for the Browns, Jags, Bucs, and Chargers. Released by San Diego after the 2006 season, McCardell signed with the Texans, but was cut before the start of the regular season.
McCardell joins a crowded teepee at the receiver position, which includes Antwaan Randle El, Santana Moss, Reche Caldwell, Brandon Lloyd, and James Thrash. Three more receivers are on IR.
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