BIOGRAPHY
Marquise Goodwin was born on November 19th, 1990, in Lubbock, texas. He is a wide receiver in the NFL.
Goodwin is a former Olympian who competed in the long jump in track and field. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas.
In track and field, his specialty is the long jump, an event in which he won two national college championships. Goodwin represented the United States at the 2008 IAAF World junior championships, the 2011 World University games, the 2011 IAAF World Championships, the 2012 Summer Olympics, and the 2015 Pan American Games, where he won silver. He has competed as a long jumper and sprinter, and has been a top competitor in the 60 meters and 100 meters dashes, and the triple jump.
Last year, Goodwin won the prestigious award presented by the Pro Football Writers of America to the NFL player, coach or staff member who overcame the most adversity to succeed.
Goodwin and his wife Morgan tragically lost their infant son after complications led to a premature delivery just hours before the 49ers played the New York Giants. Although overcome with grief, his wife encouraged Goodwin to play.
Fittingly, Goodwin turned in one of the most memorable and emotional plays of the season to help the 49ers beat New York for their first win of the season. He caught an 83-yard touchdown that was equal parts joy and sadness as he blew a kiss toward the sky on his way into the end zone. Goodwin took a knee while praying before collapsing to the ground with his head in his hands.
On May 23, 2022, Goodwin signed with the Seattle Seahawks. Goodwin joined the Cleveland Browns in 2023.
