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, drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2006 after playing college football for UCF. He also played for the Dolphins, Bears, Jets, Giants, and Seahawks. Post-retirement, Marshall transitioned to television, co-hosting FS1's 'First Things First' and currently co-hosts Showtime's 'Inside the NFL' for seven seasons.

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

1968: Tommie Smith and John Carlos' Protest

Brandon Marshall cited the 1968 Olympics in Mexico, where Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised a black glove and fist as a silent gesture of black power and liberation, as inspiration for his attempted touchdown celebration.

March 23, 1984: Brandon Marshall Born

On March 23, 1984, Brandon Tyrone Marshall was born. He would later become a wide receiver 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 for assault on a law enforcement officer, refusal to obey, disorderly conduct, and resisting an officer.

January 1, 2007: Shooting at The Shelter Nightclub

On January 1, 2007, Brandon Marshall was present at The Shelter nightclub in Denver with teammates Javon Walker and Darrent Williams. After leaving the club, Darrent Williams was fatally shot. The shooter's motive may have been retaliation for an earlier altercation involving Marshall's cousin.

March 26, 2007: Arrest for 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 following a domestic dispute.

May 25, 2007: Dismissal of Domestic Violence Charges

On May 25, 2007, the charges against Brandon Marshall stemming from the March 26th domestic violence incident were dismissed after he completed anger management counseling.

October 22, 2007: Arrest for Driving Under the Influence

On October 22, 2007, Brandon Marshall was arrested in the Denver-Aurora metropolitan area for driving under the influence of alcohol. He later pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of driving while ability impaired, receiving one-year probation and 24 hours of community service.

March 4, 2008: Alleged Incident in Atlanta, Georgia

On March 4, 2008, an alleged incident occurred in Atlanta, Georgia, which led to misdemeanor battery charges being filed against Brandon Marshall on September 10, 2008.

March 22, 2008: Arm Injury

On March 22, 2008, Brandon Marshall fell through a television set at his home in Orlando, Florida, after slipping on a McDonald's bag, resulting in severe lacerations to his right forearm.

June 12, 2008: Ticketing Incident

On June 12, 2008, Brandon Marshall was ticketed for an illegal lane change and found to be without his driver's license and proof of insurance. The case was eventually dropped as part of a plea bargain related to the October 22, 2007, driving incident involving alcohol.

September 17, 2008: Misdemeanor Battery Charges Filed

On September 17, 2008, it was reported that misdemeanor battery charges were filed in Fulton County, Georgia, stemming from an alleged incident on March 4, 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia. Brandon Marshall was booked on March 6 and released the next day after posting a $1,000 cash bond.

November 6, 2008: Attempted Touchdown Celebration

On November 6, 2008, during a game against the Cleveland Browns, Brandon Marshall attempted a touchdown celebration to honor racial progress following Barack Obama's election as President, but was urged to stop by a teammate.

March 1, 2009: Arrest for Disorderly Conduct in Atlanta

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. He was released on a $300 bond, and the charges were dropped the following day.

August 14, 2009: Not Guilty Verdict in Battery Case

On August 14, 2009, a jury in Atlanta found Brandon Marshall not guilty in the misdemeanor battery case related to the alleged incident on March 4, 2008.

April 23, 2011: Stabbing Incident

On April 23, 2011, Brandon Marshall was stabbed near his stomach by his wife, Michi Nogami-Marshall. He was hospitalized and released two days later, making a full recovery.

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, expressing his hope to raise awareness and understanding of the illness. He mentioned that his personal and professional life had been affected by the symptoms of BPD, and he aims to reduce the stigma associated with the disorder and encourage others to seek treatment.

March 11, 2012: Accusation of Hitting a Woman at a New York Club

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

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 he would incur from the NFL to charity.

March 2018: Launch of 'Who Can Relate' Campaign

In March 2018, Brandon Marshall collaborated with the University of Michigan, rapper Logic, Glenn Close, his wife Michi, and the Steven Schwartzberg Foundation to launch the 'Who Can Relate' campaign, a national initiative focused on mental health awareness. He also founded Project 375, an organization dedicated to ending the stigma surrounding mental illness through education and training.