Early Life and Education of Brandon Marshall: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Brandon Marshall. A timeline of key moments.

Brandon Marshall is a former NFL wide receiver who played for 13 seasons, most notably with the Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins, and Chicago Bears. Drafted in 2006, he retired after playing for multiple teams, including the New York Jets, New York Giants, and Seattle Seahawks. Following his NFL career, Marshall transitioned to television, becoming a co-host on FS1's "First Things First." He is currently a co-host on Showtime's "Inside the NFL," where he has been for seven seasons.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1968: 1968 Olympics

In 1968, at the Olympics in Mexico, Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised a black glove and fist as a silent gesture of black power and liberation, inspiring Brandon Marshall's attempted touchdown celebration in 2008.

March 23, 1984: Brandon Marshall Born

On March 23, 1984, Brandon Tyrone Marshall was born. He later became a professional football player in the NFL.

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2004: Arrest in Orlando

In 2004, while a student at UCF, Brandon Marshall was arrested in Orlando on Halloween on charges including assault on a law enforcement officer, refusal to obey, disorderly conduct, and resisting an officer.

January 1, 2007: Darrent Williams Shooting

On January 1, 2007, Brandon Marshall was present at The Shelter nightclub in Denver with teammates Javon Walker and Darrent Williams at Kenyon Martin's birthday party. After leaving the club in a limousine, Darrent Williams was fatally shot.

March 26, 2007: Arrest on Suspicion of Domestic Violence

On March 26, 2007, Brandon Marshall was arrested in Highlands Ranch on suspicion of domestic violence after his girlfriend reported that he prevented a taxi she was in from leaving his house after a dispute.

May 25, 2007: Domestic Violence Charges Dismissed

On May 25, 2007, charges against Brandon Marshall for the domestic violence incident were dismissed after he completed anger management counseling.

October 22, 2007: Arrest for DUI

On October 22, 2007, Brandon Marshall was arrested in the Denver-Aurora area for driving under the influence of alcohol.

March 4, 2008: Alleged Incident in Atlanta

On March 4, 2008, an alleged incident occurred in Atlanta, Georgia, which led to misdemeanor battery charges against Brandon Marshall.

March 22, 2008: Accident at Home

On March 22, 2008, Brandon Marshall slipped on an empty McDonald's bag and fell through a television set, cutting his right forearm. He sustained lacerations to one artery, one vein, one nerve, two tendons, and three muscles.

June 12, 2008: Traffic Violation and Lack of Documentation

On June 12, 2008, Brandon Marshall was ticketed for an illegal lane change and found to be without his license and proof of insurance.

September 17, 2008: Misdemeanor Battery Charges Filed

On September 17, 2008, it was reported that misdemeanor battery charges were filed in Fulton County, Georgia, against Brandon Marshall for an alleged incident on March 4, 2008, in Atlanta.

November 6, 2008: Attempted Touchdown Celebration

On November 6, 2008, during a game against the Cleveland Browns, Brandon Marshall attempted to make a statement about racial progress and unity in the United States by putting on a glove (which was white with one half of it painted black) after catching a touchdown pass.

2008: Hip Bothered

In 2008, Brandon Marshall's hip surgery on March 31, 2009 was to repair an aggravated hip that bothered him during the 2008 season.

March 1, 2009: Arrest for Disorderly Conduct

On March 1, 2009, Brandon Marshall was arrested in Atlanta for disorderly conduct after allegedly being involved in a fight with his fiancée, Michi Nogami-Campbell.

March 31, 2009: Hip Surgery

On March 31, 2009, Brandon Marshall underwent hip surgery to repair an aggravated hip that bothered him during the 2008 season.

August 14, 2009: Found Not Guilty

On August 14, 2009, a jury in Atlanta found Brandon Marshall not guilty in the battery case.

2010: Marshall Gets Married

In 2010, Brandon Marshall married Michi Nogami and they have three children.

April 23, 2011: Stabbing by Wife

On April 23, 2011, Brandon Marshall was stabbed near his stomach by his wife, Michi Nogami-Marshall. He was hospitalized and later recovered fully.

July 31, 2011: Diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder

On July 31, 2011, Brandon Marshall announced his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder (BPD) at a press conference, with the intention of increasing awareness and understanding of the illness.

March 11, 2012: Accusation of Hitting a Woman

On March 11, 2012, Brandon Marshall was accused of hitting a woman in the face at a New York club and being involved in a melee. The investigation was later dropped due to lack of evidence.

October 10, 2013: Support for Mental Illness Awareness Week

On October 10, 2013, Brandon Marshall showed his support for Mental Illness Awareness Week by wearing bright green Nike cleats. He also pledged to donate the estimated $5,250 fine from the NFL to charity.

March 2018: Partnership for Mental Health Awareness Campaign

In March 2018, Brandon Marshall partnered with the University of Michigan, rapper Logic, Glenn Close, his wife Michi, and the Steven Schwartzberg Foundation to launch "Who Can Relate", a national mental health awareness campaign.