Amos Marsh accepted an Oregon State University track and field scholarship, where he competed as a sprinter, hurdler and a broad jumper.
10 Facts About Amos Marsh
1.
2.
Amos Marsh played football as a wingback, halfback, split end and kicker.
3.
Amos Marsh was selected to be a part of the North-South Shrine Game.
4.
Amos Marsh was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Dallas Cowboys after the 1961 NFL draft, because they were impressed by his speed.
5.
Amos Marsh was a powerful player, earning the nicknames "Moose" and "Forward Marsh".
6.
Amos Marsh started his career as a wide receiver and special teams player.
7.
Amos Marsh led the team in kickoff and punt returns.
8.
Amos Marsh set franchise records with a 71-yard run from scrimmage and a 79-yard kickoff return.
9.
Amos Marsh's production regressed during the following years, while alternating with Jim Stiger.
10.
Amos Marsh died on November 2,1992, after suffering a series of strokes, because of his diabetes condition.