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Fred Marion

b. 1959

All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive back, cornerback, safety

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Born 1959. Fred Marion is an American american football player.

Fred Donald Marion (born January 2, 1959), is an American former professional football player who was a safety for 10 seasons with the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL) during the 1980s and 1990s. Marion played college football for the Miami Hurricanes, and was recognized as an All-American. Playing with New England, he was named to the Pro Bowl in 1985.

Early life and education Marion was born in Gainesville, Florida.

He attended the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida, where he played for the Hurricanes from 1978 to 1981. As a senior in 1981, he was a consensus first-team All-American.

Professional career The New England Patriots selected Marion in the fifth round (112th pick overall) of the 1982 NFL draft, and he played for Patriots from to . He was a Pro Bowl selection in 1985 when he intercepted seven passes for 189 return yards, helping the Patriots to their first Super Bowl appearance versus the Chicago Bears.

His only career touchdown came in 1986 against Pittsburgh. He intercepted Bubby Brister and ran back a 37-yard score.

Personal life Marion is the younger brother of former New York Giants linebacker, Frank Marion.

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University of Miami, Buchholz High School
Also known as
Fred Donald Marion

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Who is Fred Marion?

All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive back, cornerback, safety

When was Fred Marion born?

Fred Marion was born on 2 January 1959 in Gainesville.

What is Fred Marion's occupation?

Fred Marion is an american football player.

What nationality is Fred Marion?

Fred Marion is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Fred Marion

· Wikidata: Q5495864

· DBpedia: Fred Marion

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