Maurice Morris is a former American football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons. He was born on December 1, 1979, in Chester, South Carolina, and attended Chester High School, where he played football and track and field. Morris went on to play college football at the University of Oregon, where he was a standout running back for the Ducks.
Morris was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He spent his first six seasons with the Seahawks, where he served as a backup to star running back Shaun Alexander. Morris was a reliable backup and occasional starter during his time in Seattle, rushing for 2,877 yards and 12 touchdowns on 708 carries. He also caught 105 passes for 879 yards and three touchdowns.
In 2008, Morris signed with the Detroit Lions as a free agent. He spent three seasons with the Lions, where he served as a backup to Kevin Smith and Jahvid Best. Morris rushed for 1,392 yards and six touchdowns on 357 carries during his time in Detroit. He also caught 70 passes for 547 yards and two touchdowns.
Morris finished his NFL career with the Seattle Seahawks in 2011. He played in 13 games that season, rushing for 238 yards and one touchdown on 59 carries. He also caught 11 passes for 76 yards.
Overall, Morris had a solid NFL career as a backup running back. He was known for his toughness, durability, and versatility as a runner and receiver. He was also a valuable special teams player, returning kickoffs and punts throughout his career.
Since retiring from the NFL, Morris has remained involved in football as a coach and mentor. He has worked with young athletes in his hometown of Chester, South Carolina, and has also served as a coach at various football camps and clinics. Morris is also active in his community, volunteering his time and resources to help those in need.
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