DeMarco Murray is a former professional American football player who played as a running back in the National Football League (NFL). He was born on February 12, 1988, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Murray played college football at the University of Oklahoma, where he gained recognition for his impressive performance and was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. During his NFL career, Murray played for the Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, and Indianapolis Colts. He is best known for his standout season in 2014 when he led the league in rushing yards and touchdowns, earning him the NFL Offensive Player of the Year award. After retiring from professional football, he has been involved in various philanthropic efforts and sports commentary.