Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Marcell Dareus (center) at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta to receive a special commendation from State Rep. Erica Thomas (left) and Gov. Nathan Deal. ( )
The Georgia Legislature has adopted resolutions honoring two former Alabama football players - Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Marcell Dareus and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones.
The Georgia House and Senate adopted a special commendation on Thursday that recognized Dareus' achievements on and off the field by declaring Tuesday as "Marcell Dareus Day" in the state.