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UCLA defensive lineman Cassius Marsh drafted by Seattle Seahawks

UCLA defensive end Cassius Marsh (99) celebrates the Bruins' 35-14 victory over USC last season.
UCLA defensive end Cassius Marsh (99) celebrates the Bruins’ 35-14 victory over USC last season.
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By Gary Klein
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UCLA defensive lineman Cassius Marsh was selected by the Super Bowl-champion Seattle Seahawks in the fourth round of the NFL draft.

Marsh was the eighth player chosen in the round, the 108th pick overall.

“So happy to be a part of the seahawks organization! Can’t wait to get to work towards this next super bowl!” Marsh posted on Twitter.

Last season, the 6-foot-4, 252-pound Marsh had 10-1/2 tackles for losses, including six sacks.

Marsh was the third Bruins player selected in the draft. Linebacker Anthony Barr was chosen ninth overall by the Minnesota Vikings. Offensive lineman Xavier Su’a-Filo was drafted by the Houston Texans with the first pick of the second round, the 33rd selection overall.

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Marsh, who played at Westlake Village Oaks Christian High, was a two-year starter for the Bruins.

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Gary Klein

Gary Klein covers the Los Angeles Rams for the Los Angeles Times. Before that, he covered USC’s football program and athletic department. He began working for The Times in the San Fernando Valley edition and has reported on high school, college and pro sports. He grew up in Southern California and graduated from Cal State Northridge.

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