Marvin Harvey

Professional football player.

What is Marvin Harvey known for?

Marvin Harvey, born October 17, 1959 in Donalsonville, Georgia, is a notable alumni of Marianna High School, Florida. He is a former American football player who notably served as a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). Standing 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 220 lbs, Harvey's career began with a significant breakthrough when he was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 1981 NFL Draft.

Harvey had an eventful career in the NFL. Initially, he played a total of 7 games for the Kansas City Chiefs. However, his football journey was momentarily halted due to a neck injury that led to his retirement. This retirement was short-lived though, as he returned to the field to play for Tampa Bay for a while before moving to the United States Football League (USFL) from 1983 to 1985.

Off the field, Marvin Harvey's life has been equally eventful. He got married to Benita "Bonnie" Marshall in 1981 who with his support, started the NFL Player's Wives Association the next year. Despite their divorce in 1985, the two have maintained a friendly relationship.

After retiring from football, Harvey took on the responsibility of being a Florida State Trooper and currently resides in Tallahassee, Florida. Known for his community spirit, he spends his free time helping teenagers and young boys strive for success in their lives.

For more details about his NFL career, you can visit his NFL.com player page. You can also check his stats here.