Marcus Bell (linebacker)
American sportsperson and gridiron football player
Marcus Udall Bell (born July 19, 1977) is an American former professional football player who played linebacker for three seasons for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League (NFL). Bell was selected 116th overall by the Seahawks in the fourth round of the 2000 NFL draft. Bell also played one year for the Houston Texans.
Professional career
Coaches' comments
University of Arizona head coach Dick Tomey called Bell "the best inside linebacker I have ever coached," while defensive coordinator Rich Ellerson highlighted his strong work ethic. His high school coach, Mike Morgan, noted his dedication to studying film and improving his performance.
Awards and notes
1998 All-Pac-10 Defensive team
Anchored the 1998 team that went 12-1 and was ranked 4th in the nation.
Bell led the Pac-10 his senior year in tackles per game (TPG) with 10.3.
Bell posted a Pac-10 leading 124 total tackles his senior year in 1999.
His 139 tackles in 1998 led the nation and he was UA's leader his final two seasons.
He finished with 405 career tackles, No.
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