James Morris (American football)

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James Morris
Personal information
Born: (1991-11-20) November 20, 1991 (age 31)
Solon, Iowa
Height:6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight:245 lb (111 kg)
Career information
High school:Solon (Solon, Iowa)
College: Iowa
Position: Linebacker
Undrafted: 2014
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles:2
Sacks:0.0
Pass deflections:0
Interceptions:0
Forced fumbles:0
Player stats at NFL.com

James Morris was born on November 20, 1991 in Solon, lowa. He is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent. He played college football for the University of Iowa.

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Professional career

New England Patriots

Morris was signed as an undrafted free agent by the New England Patriots on May 16, 2014. He was then released on May 20, 2014. Morris was then re-signed by the New England Patriots on August 3, 2014. [1] He was placed on injured reserve during final cuts on August 30 of that year. Morris won Super Bowl XLIX with the Patriots after they defeated the defending champion Seattle Seahawks 28-24. On September 4, 2015, Morris was waived by the Patriots. [2]

New York Giants

On September 16, 2015, the New York Giants signed Morris to their practice squad. [3] On October 31, 2015, the Giants announced they had waived cornerback Brandon McGee, and promoted Morris to their active roster. [4] On November 17, 2015, Morris was waived by the Giants. [5] On November 19, 2015, Morris was re-signed to the practice squad. [6] On December 5, 2015, he was promoted to the active roster. [7] On December 25, 2015, Morris was placed on injured reserve due to a quad injury. [8] On May 9, 2016, Morris was waived by the Giants. [9]

Dallas Cowboys

On August 2, 2016, Morris was signed as a free agent by the Dallas Cowboys. The move was intended to provide depth because of the injuries at the linebacker position. [10] On August 30, he was placed on the injured reserve list.

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References

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