Markus
Golden.
Markus
Golden.
Missouri· 6'2"· 260 lb· 4.90s 40
The ideal system for Markus Golden is a 3-4 two-gap scheme where his athleticism and power can be maximized around the line of scrimmage.
He projects as a Year 1 rotational pass rusher who can develop into a starting 3-4 outside linebacker with consistent pressure and run-stopping ability.
A wide-9 attacking front that prioritizes pure speed over power and leverage would diminish his effectiveness and play-making opportunities.
Golden's blend of run defense and pass-rushing upside makes him a scheme-versatile player, but he needs the right environment to truly thrive.
Selected #58 overall in Round 2 of the 2015 NFL Draft by Arizona Cardinals out of Missouri.
Relative Athletic Score (Kent Lee Platte) benchmarks combine/pro-day numbers against every measured prospect at the position since 1987. 10.00 is elite; 5.00 is average.
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| Yr | Team | G | Tkl | Sk | Int | PD | FF |
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| 2013 | Missouri | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Career | — | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A dash means the figure is not published by a source we trust — never a zero we invented.
Everything above is the pre-draft evaluation. This section is what actually happened — updated year over year.
Markus Golden has played for the Arizona Cardinals, New York Giants, and Pittsburgh Steelers. He has been a productive pass rusher throughout his career, recording multiple double-digit sack seasons.