Maxwell Award Winner
Ed Marinaro
Maxwell Award Winner
Ed Marinaro
Ed Marinaro is a multi-talented legend whose achievements span from the football field to the screen. A record-breaking running back at Cornell University, Ed became the first player in NCAA history to rush for over 4,000 career yards, earning him a Heisman Trophy runner-up in 1971. His impressive collegiate career led him to the NFL, where he played for the Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, and Seattle Seahawks, helping the Vikings reach two Super Bowls and establishing himself as a powerful force on the field. After retiring from football, Ed’s charisma and presence led him to Hollywood, where he landed memorable roles, including Officer Joe Coffey on Hill Street Blues and Coach Marty Daniels on Blue Mountain State.
Ed Marinaro is a multi-talented legend whose achievements span from the football field to the screen. A record-breaking running back at Cornell University, Ed became the first player in NCAA history to rush for over 4,000 career yards, earning him a Heisman Trophy runner-up in 1971. His impressive collegiate career led him to the NFL, where he played for the Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, and Seattle Seahawks, helping the Vikings reach two Super Bowls and establishing himself as a powerful force on the field. After retiring from football, Ed’s charisma and presence led him to Hollywood, where he landed memorable roles, including Officer Joe Coffey on Hill Street Blues and Coach Marty Daniels on Blue Mountain State.
Minnesota Vikings
(1972-1975)
New York Jets
(1976)
Seattle Seahawks
(1977)
Career Highlights
- Heisman Trophy Runner-Up (1971)
- Maxwell Award (1971)
- Walter Camp Award (1971)
- Three-time All-American Selection (1969, 1970, 1971)
- Ivy League Player of the Year (1970, 1971)
- NCAA Records – (first player to surpass 4,000 career rushing yards)
- Primetime Emmy Award Nomination (Ensemble) for Hill Street Blues (1982)
1,319
Rushing Yards
6
Rushing Touchdowns
1,176
Receiving Yards
7
Receiving Touchdowns