Markquese Bell
American football player (born 1999)
Markquese Bell (born January 6, 1999) is an American professional football safety for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Florida A&M Rattlers.
Early life
Bell grew up in Bridgeton, New Jersey and attended Bridgeton High School. As a senior, he was the starter at quarterback and defensive back, tallying 885 rushing yards, 7 touchdowns, 76 tackles, 2 interceptions, 3 pass breakups and one forced fumble. He was a two-time second-team all-state selection and the 2015 South Jersey Times Offensive Player of the Year.
He was rated a four-star recruit and committed to play college football at Maryland over offers from Ohio State, Rutgers, and Virginia.
College career
Bell accepted a football scholarship from the University of Maryland. He was suspended entering his freshman season due to a violation of the team's code of conduct. He was ultimately expelled from the school before ever playing in a game for the Terrapins.
He transferred to Coffeyville Community College for the 2018 season and made 52 tackles with two interceptions.
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