Despite having what seems like unlimited opportunities on the gridiron, Don Bosco (Ramsey, N.J.) senior defensive end Marcellus Earlington has chosen to forgo his football scholarships and play basketball in college instead.
A 6-5, 260-pound play-maker at both defensive end and tight end, Earlington generated 16 FBS offers compared to his limited opportunities on the hardwood. Yet, he will follow his heart which is telling him that the basketball court is where he wants to be.
"I was up and down on what sport to play at the next level up until the announcement," Earlington told NJ.