Marc Woodard facts for kids
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| Position: | Linebacker | ||||||
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| Born: | February 21, 1970 Kosciusko, Mississippi, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 238 lb (108 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Kosciusko (MS) | ||||||
| College: | Mississippi State | ||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1993 / Round: 5 / Pick: 140 | ||||||
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Marc Fionn Woodard, born on February 21, 1970, is a former American football player. He played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He spent three seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles. Before joining the Eagles, he was chosen by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1993 NFL draft. Marc also played college football at Mississippi State University. He went to high school in his hometown of Kosciusko, Mississippi.
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Early Life and High School
Marc Woodard was born in Kosciusko, Mississippi, on February 21, 1970. Growing up, he showed a talent for football. He attended Kosciusko High School in his hometown. There, he played high school football. His strong performance helped him get noticed by college scouts.
College Football Career
After high school, Marc Woodard went on to play college football at Mississippi State University. He joined the Mississippi State Bulldogs team. Playing college football is a big step for athletes. It helps them improve their skills. It also prepares them for a possible professional career. Marc was a key player for the Bulldogs.
NFL Draft and Professional Career
The NFL draft is an event where professional football teams choose new players. Marc Woodard was picked in the fifth round of the 1993 NFL draft. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected him as the 140th overall pick. This was a big achievement for Marc.
Playing for the Eagles
After being drafted, Marc Woodard played for the Philadelphia Eagles. He was a linebacker for the team from 1993 to 1996. A linebacker is a very important position in football. They play defense and stop the other team from scoring. Linebackers need to be strong and fast. They also need to be good at tackling.
During his time with the Eagles, Marc made 34 tackles. He also had 1.5 sacks, which means he tackled the opposing team's quarterback behind the line of scrimmage. He also recovered one fumble. Fumbles happen when a player drops the ball. Recovering a fumble can give your team possession of the ball.
