Michael "Mike" Carey (born c. 1949)[1] is a co-owner of Seirus Innovation since 1979 and better known as an American football official in the National Football League (NFL) since the 1990 NFL season. His uniform number is 94. Prior to his officiating career, he played college football as a running back for Santa Clara University (SCU).
Carey is a respected official in the NFL for his thorough pre-game preparation, professional demeanor, and fair play.[1] In a poll conducted by ESPN in 2008, Carey tied with referee Ed Hochuli for most "best referee" votes among NFL head coaches.[2] He has also ejected the most players in the league among current referees, as of 2002
Carey is a respected official in the NFL for his thorough pre-game preparation, professional demeanor, and fair play.[1] In a poll conducted by ESPN in 2008, Carey tied with referee Ed Hochuli for most "best referee" votes among NFL head coaches.[2] He has also ejected the most players in the league among current referees, as of 2002