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• Marcus Washington is a professional football linebacker who is currently a free agent in the National Football League. He was released by the Washington Redskins on February 20, 2009.ESPN.com: Redskins release Washington

  Washington was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2000 NFL Draft.Official Site of the Washington Redskins: Marcus Washington

• Fast Facts

  1. Full name: Marcus Cornelius Washington
  2. Born: October 17, 1977
  3. Birthplace: Auburn, Alabama
  4. Nationality: American
  5. Height: 6-3
  6. Weight: 244 lbs
  7. Position: Outside Linebacker
  8. Jersey:
     1. 53
  9. High School: Auburn HS
  10. College: Auburn University
  11. NFL Draft: 2nd round pick (59th overall) by Indianapolis Colts in 2000

• Early Years

  Washington graduated at Auburn High School where he lettered in both basketball and football. He played wide receiver as a junior and as a tight end in his senior year.

  He attended Auburn University where he played as left defensive end and was a starter for two years.Official Site of the Washington Redskins: Marcus Washington

• Pro Career

  He began his professional football career when he was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2000 NFL Draft as a 2nd round pick (59th overall). He played four seasons with the Colts before he was signed by the Washington Redskins as an unrestricted free agent on March 5, 2004. He also made his first Pro Bowl appearance in 2004.Official Site of the Washington Redskins: Marcus Washington

  The Redskins released him on February 20, 2009, for the team to save $4 million as it positions itself for free agency.ESPN.com: Redskins release Washington

• Awards and Honors

  • Pro Bowl appearance (2004)

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  National Football League | Washington Redskins | Indianapolis Colts | NFL Draft | Pro Bowl | Auburn University | Alabama

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