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Marshall McFadden has made an unlikely career pivot following his retirement from football.
The former NFL linebacker now works as a NASCAR jackman, having made quite a surprising transition by joining Ross Chastain’s pit crew in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Marshall, who signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers after a college career at South Carolina State, also spent time with the then-Oakland Raiders and St. Louis Rams. He last played for the Toronto Argonauts in the CFL in 2016.
Pit crews typically boast many members with sporting backgrounds, so McFadden fits in well in that regard. However, he got into stock car racing after very little exposure.
The 38-year-old started out with Chip Canassi Racing before the team underwent a takeover and changed its name to Trackhouse Racing in 2021, when Justin Marks bought it.
Very cool: Former NFL linebacker Marshall McFadden has a new passion for competition and works as a NASCAR jackman.
McFadden retired from football due to injuries. pic.twitter.com/cxwt3Uf8Mg
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) June 6, 2025
He also works on the No. 16 team with driver AJ Allmendinger for Kaulig Racing.
Marshall McFadden has been seen at practice pit stop sessions with Trackhouse Racing. He is said to be making a name for himself as a fast learner who has adapted to the pressure-filled environment rather impressively.
McFadden’s role as a jackman means he operates the jack that lifts the car and allows his teammates to switch tires in seconds. As you saw in the video above, he even fits a tire on, too.
The former linebacker was part of the crew when Chastain won at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway last month. He became the first driver in over 50 years to win a Cup Series race after officially starting in last place (50), something last achieved by Bobby Allison in 1969.
