Joe Morris (American football)

Joseph Edward Morris (born September 15, 1960) is an American former professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for the New York Giants from 1982 to 1988. Initially noted for his diminutive stature — 5' 7", Morris was a key member of the Giants team that won Super Bowl XXI in 1987. He rushed for 67 yards, caught four passes for 20 yards, and scored a touchdown in the game.

Joe Morris
Morris in 2014
No. 20, 47
Position:Running back
Personal information
Born: (1960-09-15) September 15, 1960
Fort Bragg, North Carolina, U.S.
Height:5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
Weight:190 lb (86 kg)
Career information
College:Syracuse
NFL draft:1982 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45
Career history
Career highlights and awards
  • Super Bowl champion (XXI)
  • 2× Pro Bowl (1985, 1986)
  • NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1985)
  • New York Giants Ring of Honor
  • Syracuse Orange No. 47 retired
Career NFL statistics
Rushing Yards:5,585
Average:4.0
Touchdowns:50
Player stats at NFL.com
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