History of Markquese Bell in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 11, 2026

Markquese Bell is an American professional football safety currently playing for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL. He honed his skills playing college football for the Florida A&M Rattlers before entering the professional league.

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January 6, 1999: Markquese Bell Born

On January 6, 1999, Markquese Bell, who would become an American professional football safety for the Dallas Cowboys, was born.

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2015: South Jersey Times Offensive Player of the Year

In 2015, Markquese Bell was named the South Jersey Times Offensive Player of the Year, while playing quarterback and defensive back for Bridgeton High School. He was also a two-time second-team all-state selection.

2018: Transferred to Coffeyville Community College

In 2018, Markquese Bell transferred to Coffeyville Community College and made 52 tackles with two interceptions during the season.

2019: Started 11 games at safety

In 2019, Markquese Bell started 11 games at safety as a sophomore, recording 61 tackles, 5 interceptions (tied for the conference lead), and 9 pass breakups.

2020: Season Cancellation

In 2020, Markquese Bell was unable to play due to the school cancelling football games because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: Started 12 Games

In 2021, Markquese Bell started 12 games as a senior, leading the team with 95 tackles, along with 6.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, one interception, one pass breakup, and 5 forced fumbles. He also had 15 tackles against the University of South Florida.

2022: Signed with Dallas Cowboys

In 2022, Markquese Bell signed with the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent on May 1. He appeared in 5 games and made one tackle on defense.

2023: Increased Role with the Cowboys

In 2023, Markquese Bell took on a larger role with the Dallas Cowboys due to injuries and performed well, appearing in 17 games with 8 starts, registering 103 tackles. He earned the NFL's HBCU Spotlight Player of the Year award.