Marques Colston
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Position: WR
Jersey #: 12
Date of Birth: June 5, 1983
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 225 lbs
College: Hofstra
Drafted: Round , Pick 252 in 2006 by NO
First Team: NO (2006)
Last Team: NO (2015)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | NO | 13 | 45 | 67 | 520 | 4 | 192 | 26 | 0 | 76 |
| 2014 | NO | 15 | 59 | 99 | 902 | 5 | 295 | 45 | 1 | 118 |
| 2013 | NO | 15 | 75 | 110 | 943 | 5 | 248 | 54 | 0 | 124 |
| 2012 | NO | 16 | 83 | 130 | 1154 | 10 | 292 | 65 | 1 | 173 |
| 2011 | NO | 14 | 82 | 109 | 1164 | 8 | 276 | 56 | 1 | 162 |
| 2010 | NO | 15 | 84 | 132 | 1023 | 7 | 268 | 57 | 0 | 144 |
| 2009 | NO | 16 | 70 | 106 | 1074 | 9 | 350 | 54 | 1 | 160 |
| 2008 | NO | 10 | 47 | 47 | 760 | 5 | 241 | 35 | 0 | 106 |
| 2007 | NO | 16 | 98 | 98 | 1202 | 11 | 413 | 64 | 1 | 184 |
| 2006 | NO | 12 | 70 | 70 | 1038 | 8 | 360 | 51 | 0 | 152 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Marques Colston: Career Overview
Date of Birth: June 5, 1983
College: Hofstra University
Position: Wide Receiver (WR)
NFL Team: New Orleans Saints (2006–2015)
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Drafted: Colston was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the 7th round of the 2006 NFL Draft (252nd overall).
- Rookie Season: In his debut season, he recorded 70 receptions for 1,038 yards and 8 touchdowns, quickly establishing himself as a key receiver for the team.
- Super Bowl Champion: Colston was a vital part of the Saints team that won Super Bowl XLIV in 2010, where they defeated the Indianapolis Colts. He caught 7 passes for 83 yards in the championship game.
- Franchise Records: Colston holds several franchise records for the Saints, including all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns at the time of his retirement.
- Pro Bowl Selection: He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2008.
- Consistent Performer: Colston had multiple seasons with over 1,000 receiving yards, showcasing his reliability as a top target for quarterback Drew Brees.
- Retirement: Colston retired after the 2015 season, concluding his career with impressive statistics: 711 receptions, 9,759 receiving yards, and 72 touchdowns.
Legacy
Marques Colston is widely regarded as one of the best wide receivers in New Orleans Saints history. His combination of size, skill, and work ethic allowed him to excel in the NFL, and he remains a beloved figure among Saints fans. His contributions to the franchise were pivotal in establishing the Saints as a competitive team in the league.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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