21: Part 1 of 2, Resilience on the Track: Marcus Thigpen's Journey from Tragedy to Triumph

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Apr 15 2024 • 24 mins

Marcus Thigpen hails from Detroit, MI, and boasts an impressive athletic career as a former professional football player in both the NFL and CFL. He made a name for himself playing college football for the Indiana Hoosiers, where he earned first-team All-American honors in 2006. Despite going undrafted, Marcus signed with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2009, kicking off a dynamic professional journey that saw him don the jerseys of the Denver Broncos, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, Oakland Raiders, and Saskatchewan Roughriders over a span of 12 years. Beyond the gridiron, Marcus has leveraged his platform to speak on various stages, accumulating invaluable experience and exposure within the underserved communities he hails from. Additionally, he is a published author, further showcasing his passion for sharing stories and making a positive impact.

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