Childhood and Education Journey of Marshawn Lynch in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Marshawn Lynch, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Marshawn Lynch, nicknamed "Beast Mode", is a former NFL running back who played 12 seasons, primarily with the Seattle Seahawks. Raised in Oakland, he excelled at college football for the California Golden Bears, becoming their second all-time leading rusher. Drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2007, he played three seasons there before being traded to Seattle in 2010 where he became a central figure in their success, known for his powerful running style and significant contributions to the Seahawks' Super Bowl XLVIII victory.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

April 22, 1986: Marshawn Lynch's Birth

On April 22, 1986, Marshawn Terrell Lynch was born. He would go on to become a professional football player in the NFL and an actor.

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1996: Origin of "Beast Mode" Nickname

The nickname "Beast Mode" was in use since 1996 with the debut of the animated Transformers series Beast Wars. Marshawn Lynch claims that his nickname developed because one of his childhood coaches would refer to him as a beast.

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2000: Attends Oakland Technical High School

In 2000, Marshawn Lynch started attending Oakland Technical High School.

2004: Attends University of California, Berkeley

In 2004, Marshawn Lynch began attending the University of California, Berkeley, where he majored in social welfare and played football for the Golden Bears.

2004: Graduation from High School

In 2004, Marshawn Lynch graduated from Oakland Technical High School, the same high school his mother attended.

2008: First 1,000-Yard Season Since 2008

In 2011, Marshawn Lynch had his first 1,000-yard season since 2008.

December 5, 2011: Nationally Televised Game Candy Eating

After Marshawn Lynch was shown eating Skittles during a nationally televised game on December 5, 2011, Mars offered him a two-year supply of Skittles and a custom dispenser for his locker.

2011: Career Best Season and Skittles Celebration

In 2011, Marshawn Lynch started 15 games, rushing for 1,204 yards and 12 touchdowns, marking career bests and his first 1,000-yard season since 2008. On December 1, during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles, he was seen receiving Skittles from a trainer after scoring a touchdown, leading to fans throwing Skittles onto the field.

2011: Affinity for Gold Jewelry

Marshawn Lynch has an affinity for purchasing grills, saying he has been wearing the gold jewelry since his junior year in high school in 2011.

2012: Customized Seahawks Grill

After the 2011 season, Marshawn Lynch purchased a customized Seahawks grill in time for the 2012 season.

2014: Returned Lost Wallet

In 2014, Marshawn Lynch found a lost wallet outside Seattle at a gas station and personally returned it to the owner at their address.

January 27, 2015: Super Bowl XLIX Media Day

On January 27, 2015, Marshawn Lynch made headlines at Super Bowl XLIX Media Day by answering every question with "I'm just here so I won't get fined," highlighting his history of media reluctance.

February 7, 2016: Retirement Announcement

On February 7, 2016, the day of Super Bowl 50, Marshawn Lynch announced his retirement via Twitter by posting a picture of his football cleats hanging from a telephone wire. He subsequently became a mentor to college football players at Cal.

July 2024: Co-hosting Politickin' podcast

In July 2024, Marshawn Lynch started co-hosting the 'Politickin'' podcast with California Governor Gavin Newsom and sports agent Doug Hendrickson, discussing various non-political topics and interviewing celebrities.