Marcus Harrison
American football player (born 1984)
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Marcus Harrison (born July 10, 1984) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Chicago Bears in the third round of the 2008 NFL draft after playing college football for the Arkansas Razorbacks.[1]
Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.
 Harrison with the Chicago Bears in 2008 | |||||||
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| Position | Defensive tackle | ||||||
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| Born | July 10, 1984 Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S. | ||||||
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||
| Listed weight | 316 lb (143 kg) | ||||||
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| High school | Mills (Little Rock) | ||||||
| College | Arkansas | ||||||
| NFL draft | 2008: 3rd round, 90th overall pick | ||||||
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Early life
Harrison played high school football at Mills High School in Little Rock. After a successful career as an Arkansas Razorback, Harrison stepped up for the Chicago Bears and had a productive rookie season, rotating in and playing extensively alongside Tommie Harris.
Professional career
On September 4, 2011, Harrison was claimed off waivers by the Carolina Panthers. However, he failed his physical and was placed back on waivers.
On October 14, Harrison was signed by the New England Patriots, and to make room, the Patriots released Phillip Adams. He was released on October 15, 2011.
