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Marcus Cotton

b. 1966

American football player

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About Marcus Cotton

Born 1966. Marcus Cotton is an American american football player and basketball player.

Marcus Glenn Cotton (born August 11, 1966) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) and Canadian Football League (CFL).

Cotton was born in Los Angeles, California and prepped at Castlemont High School in Oakland. He played college football, and was All-Pac-10 (1986 and 1987), at the University of Southern California. As a junior he was honored by the Associated Press as a second-team All-American, and as a senior he was chosen for the first-team by the NEA/World Almanac.

Cotton was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the second round of the 1988 NFL draft with the 28th overall pick. He spent four years in the NFL, splitting time between the Falcons, Cleveland Browns, and Seattle Seahawks. He recorded a career high nine sacks in 1989.

Cotton finished his career with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the CFL, where he logged four sacks in eleven games played over the 1994 and 1995 seasons.

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Education
Castlemont High School, University of Southern California
Also known as
Marcus Glenn Cotton

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Marcus Cotton?

American football player

When was Marcus Cotton born?

Marcus Cotton was born on 11 August 1966 in Los Angeles.

What is Marcus Cotton's occupation?

Marcus Cotton is an american football player and basketball player.

What nationality is Marcus Cotton?

Marcus Cotton is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marcus Cotton

· Wikidata: Q6758110

· DBpedia: Marcus Cotton

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Marcus Cotton. https://biography.guide/marcus-cotton/

MLA: "Marcus Cotton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/marcus-cotton/.

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