Running Back, Washington Redskins
May 31, 2013
Alfred Morris, Running Back of the Washington Redskins, will receive the “Role Model of the Year” Award at NCoC’s Annual Conference on September 19. The award is designed to recognize individuals who use their public presence to inspire others and give back to their community.
Morris was a sixth round draft pick for the Redskins in 2012. In his rookie year, he rushed for over 1,600 yards of offense and 13 touchdowns, leading the NFC east and breaking the franchise’s single-season rushing record. In the game against the Dallas Cowboys, Morris rushed for over 200 yards and three touchdowns—one of the most impressive single-game performances by any NFL running back during the regular season. His performance earned him a spot on the “Top 100 Players of 2013” list, which is voted on by players. Morris is an alumni of Florida Atlantic University, where he graduated as the school’s all-time leading rusher with 3,529 rushing yards.
Off the field, Morris’ stats are equally impressive. He is actively involved in the DC community through the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation and its efforts to promote education, community outreach and health and wellness. Morris is instrumental in giving back to the community. He volunteers at local charities year-round and has evolved into one of the premiere spokespersons of the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation. Morris was the 2013 Honorary Chair of the “Pink Tie Charity Ball” that benefits the IIIB’s Foundation, a Virginia-based nonprofit that provides support to women fighting breast cancer. He has even dressed up like Captain America to visit children in the hospital care.
It may be his rookie year on the field, but in the community, Morris has already achieved All-Star Citizen status.