Fred Donald Marion (born January 2, 1959), is a former American college and professional football player who was a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) for ten seasons during the 1980s and 1990s. Marion played college football for the University of Miami, and was recognized as an All-American. Marion played professionally for the NFL's New England Patriots. Marion was born in Gainesville, Florida. His only career touchdown came in 1986 against Pittsburgh. He intercepted Bubby Brister and ran back a 37-yard score.