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Marcus Franklin Class: Freshman Hometown: Richardson, Texas High School: North Garland Height / Weight: 6-1 / 170 Position: Wide Receiver

High School: Marcus Franklin earned 2004 First Team All-District 11 in Class 5A, the largest classification in the state of Texas. He was a big-play maker at North Garland High School in Richardson, Texas. He caught 29 passes for 640 yards and three touchdowns his senior season, and also returned two punts for TDs. Also a First Team All-Area selection, he was named his team's Offensive Most Valuable Player as both a junior and senior. In addition to football, Franklin was a standout track and field athlete. He ran a 10.54 100 meters, and his best time in the 40-yard dash is an impressive 4.46. Franklin also participated in the long jump, 100 meters, 200 meters and 4x100 and 4x200 relays.

Personal: Born November 18, 1985. The son of Lorraine and Anthony Potts. His high school football coach was David Farris. Franklin was also recruited by Kansas, Mississippi State and Tulane.