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Marquette King Claims NFL Blackballing Over Personality Issues

11/21/2025

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Marquette King, former Raiders punter, says he was blackballed from the NFL because of his personality and conduct.
Fans largely support this view, citing unsportsmanlike penalties and a perceived uncoachable attitude.
King initially signed a lucrative contract.
Tensions rose after King’s public antics and Jon Gruden, the Raiders' head coach, criticized his performance.
King was cut without explanation.

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Story summary

Marquette King, former Raiders punter, says he was blackballed from the NFL because of his personality and conduct.
Fans largely support this view, citing unsportsmanlike penalties and a perceived uncoachable attitude.
King initially signed a lucrative contract.
Tensions rose after King’s public antics and Jon Gruden, the Raiders' head coach, criticized his performance.
King was cut without explanation.