Getting Into “Beast Mode” With Marshawn Lynch

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Published: November 13, 2009

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... on one of my favorite Buffalo Bills, Marshawn Lynch.


Early Years

Marshawn Lynch was born on April 22, 1986, in Oakland, California, to a family of athletes. His uncle Lorenzo Lynch played 11 years in the NFL as a cornerback, and his cousin Josh Johnson was recently drafted as a quarterback by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Marshawn was nickmaned "Money" while attending Oakland Technical High School, where he performed outstanding in not only football, but track, and basketball as well.

Marshawn excelled at football, not only exceeding as a running back, but as a quarterback, wide receiver, defensive back, and even returning kicks.

After rushing for 1,722 yards and 23 touchdowns in his senior year, he was named the San Francisco East Bay Player of the Year. Lynch also scored an astounding 10 touchdowns in the teams two postseason games.

Entering college, Lynch was ranked the No. 2 running back recruit, only behind Adria...

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