Marcus Gilbert (American football)
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Professional career
Gilbert was drafted 63rd overall in the 2011 NFL Draft2011 NFL Draft
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by the Pittsburgh Steelers
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. He is the first Florida player at his position to be drafted since Max Starks was a third-round selection by Pittsburgh in 2004. Gilbert joined former Florida center Maurkice Pouncey, who was drafted in the first round (18th overall pick) by the Steelers the year before. . Gilbert's first NFL start was on September 18th, 2011 when the Steelers played the Seattle Seahawks. Gilbert filled in for the Injured Willie Colon
Willie Colon
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