Richard Marshall has a brother, Alvin, who plays running back for UNLV. Richard attended Locke High School in Los Angeles, California. As a junior he had 1,375 all-purpose yards and scored 9 touchdowns. He had 64 tackles, 3 interceptions, and 17 pass break-ups on the year. As a senior he totaled 62 tackles and 3 interceptions, one of which he took back for a touchdown. He decided to follow in his uncle’s footsteps and attend Fresno State upon graduation. His uncle, Arthur Warren played for Fresno State in the early 90’s. He redshirted the 2002 season and made in instant impact as a redshirt freshman in 2003, totaling 37 tackles and 3 interceptions on the year. His sophomore season was a breakout year for Marshall. He finished fourth on the team in tackles with 61 stops on the season. He intercepted 3 passes, broke up 5 more, and took two of his interceptions back for touchdowns. He was named second team all-wac for his performance that season. He led the team in tackles as a junior with 78. He also picked off three passes and broke-up 11 more. He was named second team all-wac for the second consecutive season. Since he redshirted the 2002 season, Richard Marshall still has a year of eligibility left; however he decided to skip his final season to enter the 2006 NFL draft.

Richard Marshall is one of the most complete cornerback prospects available this year. He made an impact as a redshirt freshman and has been a starter the past two seasons for the Bulldogs. He is a smart player who has a good backpedal and fluid hips. He is fundamentally sound, with good ball skills and soft hands. He adjusts well to the ball when it’s in the air and is a good open field runner after he makes the interception. When he has the ball in his hands, he is a threat to take it all the way. He has returned 3 of his 9 career interceptions for touchdowns. He is also a good run defender and a sure tackler, who led the Bulldogs in tackles as a junior. He has the speed to stay with most receivers but he will have matchup problems with larger receivers at times. He lacks great size and may benefit from bulking up a bit and increasing his strength. He is an aggressive player but he tends to be a bit overaggressive at times which can lead to him being beat. He also has problems in zone coverage from time to time. Richard Marshall only has two full seasons as a starter under his belt. He hasn’t yet reached his full potential and he would’ve benefited from another year of college ball. He has a good deal of upside and should be a first day pick in the 2006 NFL draft.