Cowboys Nation was rocked yesterday by the tragic news of Marion Barber III’s untimely passing. There was outpouring of condolences and love for the former Dallas running back throughout social media, and a particularly touching tribute came from Jason Garrett.
Barber was found dead in his home yesterday during a wellness check by Frisco, TX police. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed. He was only 38 years old.
Garrett was offensive coordinator from 2007-2010, Marion’s last four seasons with the Cowboys. It was in 2010 that Jason became interim head coach after Wade Phillips was fired. Barber was released the following offseason.
In their four years together, Garrett witnessed and benefitted from Barber’s memorably punishing, relentless running style. Marion went to his only Pro Bowl in 2007 during Jason’s first year as offensive coordinator.
In the wake of Barber’s death, Garrett shared the following through his personal Twitter account:
Earlier this morning, Bill Parcells also added his thoughts on Marion Barber’s passing. Parcells was Dallas’ head coach in 2005 when Barber was drafted and also coached him in 2006.
These are just a sample of the many kind words from former coaches and teammates shared following Barber’s death.
