Marcus Harrison

American football player (born 1984)

Marcus Harrison
Harrison with the Chicago Bears in 2008
No. 94, 99, 90
PositionDefensive tackle
Personal information
Born (1984-07-10) July 10, 1984 (age 41)
Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.
Height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight316 lb (143 kg)
Career information
High schoolMills (Little Rock)
CollegeArkansas
NFL draft2008: 3rd round, 90th overall pick
Career history
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles55
Sacks3.0
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Marcus Harrison (born July 10, 1984) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Chicago Bears in the third round of the 2008 NFL draft after playing college football for the Arkansas Razorbacks.[1]

Early life

Harrison with the Razorbacks in 2006

Harrison played high school football at Mills High School in Little Rock. After a successful career as an Arkansas Razorback, Harrison stepped up for the Chicago Bears and had a productive rookie season, rotating in and playing extensively alongside Tommie Harris.

Professional career

On September 4, 2011, Harrison was claimed off waivers by the Carolina Panthers. However, he failed his physical and was placed back on waivers.

On October 14, Harrison was signed by the New England Patriots, and to make room, the Patriots released Phillip Adams. He was released on October 15, 2011.

References

  1. ^ "2008 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 12, 2023.
  • Arkansas Razorbacks bio
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