Marshal Yanda

Marshal John Yanda (born September 15, 1984) is an American football offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the University of Iowa, and was drafted by the Ravens in the third round of the 2007 NFL Draft.

Early years
Yanda attended Anamosa High School in Iowa and was a letterman in football, basketball, and track & field. In football, he was a two-time first team all-conference selection.

College career
Yanda played college football at the University of Iowa in Iowa City and was an economics major. He was selected as a 3rd-team All-American choice by The NFL Draft Report in 2006 and earned 2nd-team All-Big Ten honors from the league’s coaches. Yanda's first two college football seasons were played for North Iowa Area Community College.

Baltimore Ravens
Yanda was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the third round (86th overall) in the 2007 NFL Draft. On July 26, 2011, the Ravens re-signed Yanda to a five year, $32 million contract. He was chosen to represent the AFC in the 2011 Pro Bowl. Throughout his career, Yanda has been known for his rough style of play.