Marcus Griffin facts for kids
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| Position: | Safety |
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| Born: | January 4, 1985 Austin, Texas, U.S. |
| Height: | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Weight: | 201 lb (91 kg) |
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| High school: | Austin (TX) Bowie |
| College: | Texas (2003–2007) |
| Undrafted: | 2008 |
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Marcus Kevin Griffin was born on January 4, 1985. He is a former American football player who played as a safety. He played college football for the University of Texas. After college, he was signed by the Minnesota Vikings in 2008. Marcus has a twin brother named Michael, who also played football at the University of Texas.
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Marcus Griffin's Early Life
Marcus Griffin went to Bowie High School. His coach there was Jeff Ables. In his senior year, Marcus was recognized as a top player in the Central Texas area for his skills as a defensive back. He was also a first-team All-district player for both offense and defense.
During that year, he made 82 tackles, including 62 solo tackles. He also had 3 interceptions and recovered 1 fumble. Marcus even played quarterback for his team. As a quarterback, he threw for 1,028 yards and ran for 560 yards.
College Football Career
Marcus Griffin started playing football at the University of Texas in 2003. He began as a "walk-on," which means he joined the team without a scholarship at first.
First Years at Texas
In 2004, Marcus was a redshirt freshman with the 2004 Texas Longhorns football team. This means he practiced with the team but didn't play in games that year to save a year of eligibility. He played in all 12 games the next year. He made 10 tackles, with 7 of them on special teams.
In 2005, Marcus played in all 13 games for the 2005 Texas Longhorns football team. He played as a free safety and on special teams. He recorded 32 tackles that season.
Later Years and Achievements
In 2006, Marcus played in 11 games for the 2006 Texas Longhorns football team. He started 10 of those games as a strong safety. He missed two games because of an injury. He was named a second-team Academic All-Big 12 player. He also won the UT's Outstanding Defensive Newcomer Award.
Marcus had a great senior season in 2007. He led the Longhorns team in tackles with 99. He also led the team in interceptions with 5.
Family Life
Marcus Griffin has a twin brother named Michael Griffin. Michael also played as a defensive back at the University of Texas. Michael was chosen in the first round of the 2007 NFL draft by the Tennessee Titans. Marcus and Michael's parents, Ronald and Mae, both retired from serving in the United States Armed Forces.
