Former Cowboys RB, Minnesota star Marion Barber III dies at 38

Former Cowboys RB, Minnesota star Marion Barber III dies at 38
Former Cowboys RB, Minnesota star Marion Barber III dies at 38

By The Athletic Staff

June 1, 2022Updated 8:29 PM EDT

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Former Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber III was found dead in his home by Frisco Police, the Cowboys announced Wednesday. Barber’s cause of death is unknown. He was 38 years old.

‘We are heartbroken by the tragic death of Marion Barber III. Marion was an old-school, hard-nosed football player who ran with the will to win every down,’ The Cowboys said in a statement. ‘He had a passion for the game and love for his coaches and teammates. Our hearts go out to Marion’s family and friends during this time.’

Barber was drafted by Dallas in 2005, spending six of his seven seasons in the NFL with the Cowboys before retiring with the Chicago Bears. During the 2007 season, Barber earned a Pro-Bowl appearance.

The former Minnesota Golden Gopher rushed for 35 touchdowns during his standout collegiate career, and ranks fifth all-time in program history with 3,276 rushing yards. He also earned an All-Big Ten nod in 2003 as a redshirt sophomore.

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