Wednesday,  December 11 , 2024

Linkedin Pinterest
News / Sports

Jaguars sign 5th-round draft pick Marshall

The Columbian
Published: June 4, 2012, 5:00pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed fifth-round draft pick Brandon Marshall to a contract.

Marshall, a 6-foot-2, 243-pound linebacker from Nevada, was the 142nd overall selection in April’s NFL draft. He is the fourth of the team’s six draft picks to sign deals.

Marshall never missed a game in four seasons for the Wolpack, playing in all 52 games. During his senior season, he had a career-high 102 tackles, with 10 tackles for loss and two sacks.

The Jaguars have two pick remaining to sign: first-round receiver Justin Blackmon and third-round punter Bryan Anger.

The team will hold a mandatory, three-day minicamp next week.

Support local journalism

Your tax-deductible donation to The Columbian’s Community Funded Journalism program will contribute to better local reporting on key issues, including homelessness, housing, transportation and the environment. Reporters will focus on narrative, investigative and data-driven storytelling.

Local journalism needs your help. It’s an essential part of a healthy community and a healthy democracy.

Community Funded Journalism logo
Loading...