From Louisiana standout to NFL journeyman, the professional journey of Terrace Marshall Jr.
In short: Born on June 9, 2000, Terrace Marshall Jr. emerged as a five-star recruit from Louisiana before joining the LSU Tigers. His professional career, which began as a second-round NFL draft pick, has since evolved into a complex path across multiple practice squads and rosters as he navigates the league.
Terrace Marshall Jr. first gained national attention at Parkway High School in Bossier City, Louisiana. Despite an ankle injury that curtailed his senior season, he was recognized as a 2018 Under Armour All-American. His trajectory continued at Louisiana State University, where he became a key component of a high-powered receiving corps alongside Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson. During the 2019 season, Marshall proved his capability on the biggest stages, scoring touchdowns in the Southeastern Conference Championship, the Peach Bowl, and the College Football Championship game.
In 2021, the Carolina Panthers selected Marshall in the second round, 59th overall, signing him to a four-year rookie contract valued at $5.7 million. His professional tenure in Carolina included 13 appearances in his debut season and his first NFL touchdown in 2022. However, his time with the Panthers concluded in August 2024 when he was waived during final roster cuts. This marked the beginning of a period of transition, characterized by stints on the practice squads of the San Francisco 49ers and the Las Vegas Raiders, where he eventually earned a promotion to the active roster.
The subsequent years saw Marshall navigating the volatile nature of professional football rosters. Between 2025 and 2026, he had multiple engagements with the Philadelphia Eagles and the Miami Dolphins, frequently moving between active rosters and practice squads. Throughout these shifts, his career has been marked by the legacy of his uncle, Joe Delaney, a former NFL player who tragically died in 1983 while attempting to save three children from drowning. Marshall’s journey reflects the persistent grind required to maintain a professional foothold in the NFL, far removed from his early days as a highly touted collegiate prospect.
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