Thread: Former Broncos First-Round Pick Marcus Nash Suffers Broken Neck in Arena Football

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Marcus Nash was the Denver Broncos' first-round draft pick out of Tennessee in 1998, and while Nash was productive in college, the Broncos quickly learned that his college quarterback, Peyton Manning, could make any receiver look good. Nash was a bust in the NFL.

But he has caught on in Arena Football, where 2008 was his fifth consecutive 1,000-yard season.

Unfortunately, it will also apparently be his last. The Dallas Morning News reports that Nash, playing for the Dallas Desperados, underwent surgery this week to repair a broken neck suffered in last week's playoff loss to New York. According to the paper, Desperados coach Will McClay said the injury could end Nash's career.
Nash finished his NFL career with four catches. He was Arena Football's offensive player of the year in 2004.

wow, that sucks. I feel bad for the guy, he finally found his spot in that league, and now its over. I just hope after the surgery he can at least be able to live a normal life, nevermind football.

Originally Posted by DenBronx

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Marcus Nash was the Denver Broncos' first-round draft pick out of Tennessee in 1998, and while Nash was productive in college, the Broncos quickly learned that his college quarterback, Peyton Manning, could make any receiver look good. Nash was a bust in the NFL.

But he has caught on in Arena Football, where 2008 was his fifth consecutive 1,000-yard season.

Unfortunately, it will also apparently be his last. The Dallas Morning News reports that Nash, playing for the Dallas Desperados, underwent surgery this week to repair a broken neck suffered in last week's playoff loss to New York. According to the paper, Desperados coach Will McClay said the injury could end Nash's career.
Nash finished his NFL career with four catches. He was Arena Football's offensive player of the year in 2004.

I hope he does alright in his recovery and can play again.

Not to be cynical, but the line in bold made me chuckle.

Man you hate to see this , I mean i know a lot of these guys make good money. But you always forget how dangerous the sport is, and in the end it is all just a game. I wish the best to him and his family. I hope he makes a fully recover and enjoys the rest of his life.