Chad Morton
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| Chad Morton | |
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| Date of birth: | April 4, 1977 |
| Place of birth: |  Torrance, California |
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| Position(s): | Running back |
| Height: | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight: | 191 lb (87 kg) |
| Jersey №: | 30, 26, 20, 29 |
| College: | Southern California |
| NFL Draft: | 2000 / Round: 5 / Pick: 166 |
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| 2000 2001-2002 2003-2004 2005-2006 |
New Orleans Saints New York Jets Washington Redskins New York Giants |
| Stats at NFL.com | |
Chad A. Morton (born April 4, 1977 in Torrance, California) is an American football running back and kick/punt returner who is currently a free agent in the National Football League. He previously played for the New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, Washington Redskins, and New York Giants.
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[edit] High school years
Morton attended South High School in Torrance, Calif. and was a letterman in football.
[edit] College career
Morton was a running back for the University of Southern California Trojans in the late-90's. Known as "Little Chad" to many USC faithful for his diminutive size, he was the heart and soul of many of USC's weakest teams in the last several decades. Despite his diminutive size, he was a warrior between the tackles, driving through the line for extra yards after contact that would only be expected of players much larger.
As the younger brother of wide receiver, Johnnie Morton, Chad was always in his brother's shadow, especially since he played on teams that had much less success than Johnnie's earlier teams.
Chad Morton has had a solid NFL career as a kick returner and third-down back for many years, but will always be remembered for his standout years as the Trojans unheralded leader.
[edit] Professional career
Chad Morton was a first alternate to the 2005 Pro Bowl as a kick returner. On February 13, 2007, he was released by the Giants. In a 2000 playoff game with the New Orleans Saints against the Minnesota Vikings, Chad Morton tied the NFL single-game playoff record with 13 receptions.[1]
[edit] Personal
The Mortons are of mixed ethnicity, Japanese and African-American. He is married to his wife of 3 years Lilly Morton.
In 2001, Chad Morton was awarded the "Best Human" Award. Past winners included cross country runner John Hong, hurdler Victor Chan, and D2 player Michael Han. The Best Human award is given out every five years to an athlete who achieves great athletic achievement while overcoming great adversity.
