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13 Facts About Riley Morris

1.

Riley Morris attended Stanton Preparatory School there and graduated in c 1954.

2.

The Los Angeles Times reported that Riley Morris "will be back to haunt the Chargers," as he was immediately claimed by the rival Oakland Raiders after being waived by Los Angeles.

3.

Riley Morris finished the season having played in between twelve and fourteen games, twelve as a starter.

4.

Riley Morris finished the season with fourteen games played, all as a starter, and three interceptions returned for 79 yards and one touchdown.

5.

In May 1962, Riley Morris' position was changed from linebacker to defensive end.

6.

Riley Morris missed most of the season due to an injury, but was re-activated for the final four games of the season.

7.

Shortly after returning from injury, Riley Morris "provided the Raiders with their best pass rush in weeks" against the San Diego Chargers.

8.

Riley Morris was waived by the Raiders in July 1963.

9.

In July 1964, Riley Morris was signed by the Boston Patriots.

10.

Riley Morris later joined the Boston Sweepers in the Atlantic Coast Football League.

11.

Riley Morris returned to the Sweepers in 1965 and helped them win their second consecutive league title.

12.

Riley Morris returned for a third season with the Sweepers in 1966.

13.

Riley Morris was nicknamed "The Rattler" by his Raiders teammates for his college and for his "quick strikes" on the football field.