McCree's tenure with the Chargers was defined by losing a fumble. During a January 14, 2007, against the New England Patriots, McCree had a critical fourth quarter interception with the Chargers leading, 21–13. However, while tackling McCree following the interception, Patriots wide receiver Troy Brown managed to strip the ball away from him. Reche Caldwell would recover for the Patriots. San Diego's defense was unable to stop New England on the drive that followed, and the Patriots scored a touchdown and a two-point conversion to tie the game at 21. The Patriots eventually won, 24–21.