Former Patriots WR Aaron Marsh Dies at 81
An All-American at Eastern Kentucky who spent two seasons in the AFL with the Boston Patriots died at 81.
Aaron Marsh, a legendary wide receiver from Eastern Kentucky University, passed away on August 7 at the age of 81. Born to make an impact, Marsh played two seasons for the Boston Patriots, originally drafted in the third round of the 1968 AFL Draft. Before his time in the American Football League, Marsh gained national recognition as a standout athlete at Eastern Kentucky, earning All-American honors and induction into the university's Hall of Fame and All-Century team.
Marsh's exceptional skills as a receiver left a lasting legacy, including holding EKU records for pass receiving yardage (316), receptions (19), punt return yardage (456), and most receptions (73). Beyond his football career, Marsh dedicated himself to mentoring at-risk youth in Compton, California, and organized a league for inner-city children in the early 1970s.
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