Marco Wilson
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| Florida Gators – No. 3 | |
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| Position | Cornerback |
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| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career history | |
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| High school | American Heritage School (Fort Lauderdale, Florida) |
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Marco Wilson is an American football cornerback for the Florida Gators.
Early life and high school
Wilson grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and attended the American Heritage School. He committed to play college football at Florida over offers from Miami (Fl.), Georgia, Ohio State and Southern California.[1]
College career
Wilson started as a true freshman and recorded 34 tackles and 10 passes broken up.[2] He was named preseason third team All-SEC going into his sophomore year but tore his ACL two games into the season and redshirted the rest of the season.[3] As a redshirt sophomore, he recorded 36 tackles, 2.5 tackles for a loss, 3 interceptions and 2 passes broken up.[4][5]
As a junior, he had a notable incident involving throwing a shoe late during a game against the LSU Tigers, which resulted in an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty that gave LSU a first down. LSU would go on to win the game after kicking a field goal later that drive.[6]
Personal life
Wilson's brother, Quincy Wilson, also played football at Florida and now plays for the New York Giants.[7][8]
References
- ^ "Gators land commitment from 4-star CB Marco Wilson". The Palm Beach Post. August 2, 2016.
- ^ "UF cornerback Marco Wilson healthy, determined to prove himself for Gators". Orlando Sentinel. June 25, 2019.
- ^ "UF cornerback Marco Wilson suffers torn ACL during loss to Kentucky". Orlando Sentinel. September 9, 2018.
- ^ Marsh, Graham (January 6, 2020). "Gators Cornerback Marco Wilson Will Return for 2020 Season". SI.com.
- ^ "UF CB Marco Wilson looks to leave legacy at a storied position for Gators". Orlando Sentinel. August 31, 2020.
- ^ "WATCH: Marco Wilson throws LSU player's shoe, leads to loss". 247Sports. Retrieved 2020-12-13.
- ^ "UF CB Marco Wilson looks to make own name". Chicago Tribune.
- ^ Walia, Arman (May 23, 2015). "4-Star CB Marco Wilson Makes Unreal Jogging 1-Handed Backflip Catch". Bleacher Report.