Born: October 1, 1994 – Alpharetta, Georgia
2024:  Years as a Lion: 4th  Years in CFL: 6th  Status: American
Career Games: 83   Playoffs: 8   Grey Cup: 1

Acquired:
Marcus was signed as a free agent by the Lions in January 2021. He re-upped with the team ahead of 2024 free agency, inking a two-year extension.

Highlights:

2023: Marcus, one of the core members of the Lions defence, registered 39 total tackles, three tackles for loss, one fumble recovery and seven pass knockdowns in 18 regular season games. Marcus added another seven tackles in the Western Semi-final and Western Final. Plus, an interception against Calgary in the Western Semi-final.

2022: Marcus had his best season as a pro, earning both CFL and Western Division All-Star selections after recording 68 defensive tackles and a career-high 4 interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown against Winnipeg on October 15, in 18 regular season games. Suited up in both playoff games while recording four defensive tackles.

2021: Marcus enjoyed a productive first season in orange, recording 52 defensive tackles, a pair of interceptions and a forced fumble in 13 contests. Suited up at both halfback and SAM linebacker.

2020: Was released from his contract with the Bombers to pursue NFL opportunities and signed with the Minnesota Vikings in January. Spent most of 2020 on the practice roster.

2018- 2019: Following his release from the Rams, Marcus signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and would suit up in 34 games over two seasons while registering 136 defensive tackles, six interceptions- two of those returned for touchdowns-, five forced fumbles and two sacks. He was named a CFL West Division All-Star in 2019 and capped off that year by recording a team-high six defensive tackles in the Bombers’ victory over Hamilton in the 107th Grey Cup.

2017: Signed with the Buffalo Bills as a non-drafted free agent before his release in September.  Spent the final part of that year on the Los Angeles Rams practice squad.

Kudos:

CFL and West Division All-Star: 2022
West Division All-Star: 2018

College:
2013-2016: Started in 46 games for the University of West Georgia and set a school record for most career blocked kicks with 13. Also recorded 123 total tackles, 12 interceptions and 24 pass breakups.