[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 22 (Friday, February 11, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E215-E216]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING MARSHALL FAULK

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                        HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 11, 2011

  Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, around this time last year, New Orleanians 
celebrated the Saints' Super Bowl victory. This year, we are 
celebrating Mr. Marshall Faulk's recent induction into the Pro Football 
Hall of Fame. Despite Louisiana's rich football heritage, Marshall is 
the first native New Orleanian to receive the honor and we are very 
proud of him.
  Marshall Faulk is one of the best hybrid running backs and receivers 
in the world, which is why he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in his 
first year of eligibility. During his 12 years in the National Football 
League, split among the Indianapolis Colts and St. Louis Rams, he 
earned amazing statistics and awards. Marshall ranks fourth all-time in 
total yards from scrimmage. His 6,875 receiving yards are the most ever 
by a running back. Marshall's 136 career touchdowns, 100 of which are 
rushing, rank seventh of all-time. He has won three Offensive Player of 
the Year awards, was recognized in 2000 recognition as the NFL's Most 
Valuable Player, and called the ``greatest show on turf'' when the Rams 
won the Super Bowl in 2000.
  A graduate of Carver High School, Marshall is really dedicated to New 
Orleans. He became a three-time consensus All-American at San Diego 
State and then the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft by the Colts, 
but began as a humble kid in the 9th Ward with a dream. I was touched 
to learn that, as a kid, Marshall sold popcorn at the Superdome to get 
closer to the football world. He recognized his gift and studied his 
craft--even as a stadium vendor.
  After Katrina, Marshall toured his childhood neighborhood, the 9th 
Ward, and then donated $70,000 to Desire Street Ministries, a youth 
organization near the old housing development site. He understands that 
it takes the entire New Orleans community to rebuild our hometown.
  I applaud Marshall Faulk for his induction into the Pro Football Hall 
of Fame and, on behalf of all New Orleanians, wish him well.

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