Marc Logan

Marc Logan was once asked "If your Hall of Fame plaque had room for one quote, what would it be?" He quickly replied, "To God be the glory!" Those five words summarize Marc Logan's faith, life, and his remarkable football career.

Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, Logan attended Bryan Station High School, where he excelled in both football and track as a sprinter. He went on to accept a scholarship to play for his hometown team, the University of Kentucky, where he quickly emerged as a standout. A versatile threat out of the backfield, Logan led the Wildcats in receptions during his sophomore, junior, and senior seasons.

In the 1985 Hall of Fame Bowl, he delivered a memorable MVP performance, scoring two touchdowns on just five plays and setting two NCAA bowl records — one for the longest kickoff return (85 yards) and another for the longest play from scrimmage (63 yards). Logan concluded his college career with 2,360 all-purpose yards and 15 touchdowns.

Logan's collegiate success led him to the NFL, where he was drafted in the 5th round by the Cincinnati Bengals in 1987. In his second season in Cincinnati, the Bengals won the AFC Championship and played in Super Bowl XXIII where they lost to the San Francisco 49ers.

Logan spent the next three seasons of his NFL career with the Miami Dolphins, playing under legendary head coach Don Shula. He then signed with the San Francisco 49ers, a move that marked the pinnacle of his time in the league. A respected veteran and locker room leader, Logan was elected team captain by his teammates. Sharing the backfield with Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young and playing alongside wide receiver Jerry Rice, Logan helped lead the 49ers to the playoffs in each of his three seasons with the team. That stretch was highlighted by a dominant 49–26 victory over the San Diego Chargers in Super Bowl XXIX.

Logan concluded his 11-year NFL career with the Washington Redskins, where he played for three seasons. He retired with 1,451 rushing yards, 1,172 receiving yards, and 1,830 return yards on 89 returns.

Following his retirement from professional football, he founded Marc Logan Enterprise, Inc., a company focused on providing mentorship, leadership development, and guidance to young athletes. Answering to his faith, he also serves as an associate pastor at Total Grace Church in his hometown of Lexington.

Image 1994 Stadium Trading Card. Biography by John Broome and Chris Aldridge.