Marques Colston

About Marques Colston

In 2006, he debuted with the New Orleans Saints as a wide receiver. In his debut year with the Saints, he became one of the team's top receivers, catching 70 catches for 1,038 yards and eight touchdowns.

Marques E. Colston is a former American football wide receiver. He played college football at Hofstra University, and was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He helped the Saints achieve victory in Super Bowl XLIV with seven receptions for 83 yards against the Indianapolis Colts. He is the Saints' all-time franchise leader in receiving yards, yards from scrimmage, receiving touchdowns, total touchdowns, and total receptions. Despite favorable statistics compared to other Pro Bowl or All-Pro players in the same position like Brandon Marshall and Reggie Wayne, Colston was never selected for either in his career.

Position	Wide receiver
College	Hofstra
Date of birth	June 5, 1983
NFL Draft	2006 / Round: 7/ Pick: 252
High school	Susquehanna Township High School, (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania)
Place of birth	Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Trivia

He became the Saints record holder for touchdown receptions.

Marques Colston before fame

At Susquehanna Township High School in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he earned letters in football and track.

Achievement of Marques Colston

He set the record for touchdown receptions for the Saints.

Salary 2020

Not known

Net Worth 2020

$40 Million

Marques Colston family life

Emily Colston was his wife. James, his father, was a Canadian Football League player.

Associations of Marques Colston

After joining the Saints, he instantly became a favorite target of quarterback Drew Brees.

Marques Colston Height, Weight & Physique Measurements

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