About Marcus Knight
Born 1978. Marcus Knight is an American american football player.
Marcus Larae Knight (born June 19, 1978) is an American college football coach and former wide receiver. He is the wide receivers coach at Yale University, a position he has held since 2023. He played college football at Michigan and professionally as a wide receiver and kick returner for the Oakland Raiders of the NFL and wide receiver and defensive back for the Philadelphia Soul and Columbus Destroyers of the Arena Football League (AFL).
Marcus Knight retired from playing in 2008 and was hired by Valparaiso University as the wide receivers coach.
Knight's nephew, Zelous Wheeler, is a professional baseball player.
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Who is Marcus Knight?
American football player
When was Marcus Knight born?
Marcus Knight was born on 19 June 1978 in Sylacauga.
What is Marcus Knight's occupation?
Marcus Knight is an american football player.
What nationality is Marcus Knight?
Marcus Knight is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Marcus Knight. https://biography.guide/marcus-knight-american-football-player/
MLA: "Marcus Knight." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/marcus-knight-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Marcus Knight." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/marcus-knight-american-football-player/.
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