Marion Barber III was an American former professional football player who has a net worth of $1.5 million dollars, according to Celebrity New Worth website. Marion Barber was born in Plymouth, Minnesota, and excelled at multiple sports throughout his high school years, including football and baseball.

He went on to play football at the University of Minnesota, and finished his time at the school fourth on the all-time rushing list.

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Marion also achieved the second highest tally for rushing touchdowns, bumping his father, a former football player and University of Minnesota alum, down to third place.

He left college after his junior year, and signed with the Dallas Cowboys. He played well for the team initially, eventually moving from backup running back to starter.

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However, injuries and a decreased level of play caused the Cowboys to release Marion from his contract. He then signed with the Chicago Bears. He played for the Bears for eight months, and then declared that he was retiring.

On Wednesday, Marion Barber III was found dead in his apartment by Frisco police at the age of 38. The cause of death is not yet known.

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In a statement, his team said, “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. 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 difficult time.”

Barber, who would have turned 39 on June 10, was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Barber spent seven seasons in the NFL, six with the Cowboys from 2005-2010 and one with the Chicago Bears in 2011.