Morgan State University Athletics

As a Sophomore (2024): appeared in three games ... had three carries for 10 yards (3.3 avg.) ... MEAC All-Academic Team ...

Transferred from Stevenson University (2022-24):  2022: rushed a total of 59 yards against Lycoming … had 2 reception yards against FDU-Florham … Rushed total of 102 yds (50 att) … as a sophomore in 2023: recorded 343 yards on 75 carries, including 8 TDs … also had 2 receptions for 13 yards …

High School: was a standout RB at Manalapan HS … All-Conference … All-Shore … All-Division … All-Monmouth County … All-State selection … Honor Roll student … member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes …

Personal: son of Angelica and Lance Marquez … born February 10, 2004 … goes by “Elijah” … his hometown is Monmouth County, N.j. . … business major … expected to graduate May 2026 … his career ambition is to play in the NFL - “outside of sports, my career goal is to successfully provide for my family whatever allows me to do so, whether it is on the field, or in a business setting. The ultimate goal is to do great for my family” …  lists his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as his biggest influence … he chose to attend Morgan State “because of the rich culture while furthering my academic and athletic career and this great school” . … the athletic accomplishment he is most proud of “is being named Captain my senior year, this is because it means my teammates viewed me as a leader of the team and viewed highly of me.” … his interests outside of football, “I love to read my Bible and further my relationship with God and try to help people come closer to Christ. I also take an interest in boxing and golf, even though I am a horrible golfer."