Marques Colston

Marques Colston is a former professional American football player who transitioned into sports administration and team ownership following his playing career. He played the entirety of his 10-season professional career with the New Orleans Saints in the National Football League (NFL).

Best known for his reliable hands and imposing size, he became the favorite target of quarterback Drew Brees and helped lead the Saints to a victory in Super Bowl XLIV.

Player Profile, High School, and College Career

Marques E. Colston was born on June 5, 1983, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA. The Wide Receiver stands 193 cm tall, and his weight was last listed at 102 kg.

He attended Susquehanna Township High School in his hometown, where he was a multi-sport athlete competing in both football and track & field. Following graduation, he played college football for Hofstra University. Despite battling injuries during his collegiate career, he developed into a massive, highly physical receiving target who excelled at making tough catches over the middle.

Personal Life

Due to his understated, humble demeanor and his ability to wreak havoc on opposing defenses in near silence, his teammates famously gave him the nickname "The Quiet Storm."

Alongside his playing career, Colston actively pursued business and executive ventures. He owned and served as the president of the Harrisburg Stampede, a professional indoor football team from his hometown, from 2012 to 2014. He also expanded his sports administration portfolio by becoming a minority owner of the Philadelphia Soul, Atlantic City Blackjacks, and the Albany Empire through 2019.

Today, he runs his own enterprise, advising athletes, founders, and organizations on business and leadership strategy.

Professional Career

He was drafted into the NFL in 2006 by the New Orleans Saints. He was selected in the seventh round of the draft, making him the 252nd overall pick—just a few spots away from going undrafted.

During his professional career, Colston defied all rookie expectations. He immediately broke out during the 2006 season, tying for the team lead in receptions, earning a spot on the PFWA All-Rookie Team, and helping the Saints reach the NFC Championship game. Over his 10 seasons with New Orleans, he was an incredibly consistent and dominant force, ultimately rewriting the franchise record books. During the 2009 season, his elite production helped the team secure a victory over the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV.

By the time he played his final down in 2015, Colston had established himself as the all-time leading receiver in New Orleans Saints history, holding the franchise records for receptions (711), receiving yards (9,759), and receiving touchdowns (72). He officially acknowledged his retirement from the NFL in early 2020.

Career Highlights:

• 2010 – Super Bowl champion (XLIV)
• 2006 – PFWA All-Rookie Team
• 2019 – New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Inductee
• New Orleans Saints Franchise Record: Most career receptions (711)
• New Orleans Saints Franchise Record: Most career receiving yards (9,759)
• New Orleans Saints Franchise Record: Most career receiving touchdowns (72)