National Signing Day, Syracuse Recruiting: George Morris Makes it Official

George Morris was one of the most coveted players in this class for Syracuse. The 6'1", 190 lb halfback comes to Syracuse with the possibility of making an immediate impact for the Orange.

Stat Me: 1,059 yards and 17 TDs rushing, as well as 36 receptions for 395 yards this year for Morris.

Rivals says...three stars for Gryffindor!

Scout says...three stars, and a ranking of 97 among running backs.

ESPN says...three stars and a 75 grade, with a position ranking of 71, regional ranking of 517, and state ranking of 109.

Who's Crying?: ECU, Illinois, Purdue, Toledo, Utah, Vanderbilt, WKU

Money Quote: "You can motion me out wide … to catch a few balls. I can do that, or (run the) zone read, option or sweep toss … I believe I can do it all as an every down back."

Which SU Coach Gets a Bonus?: Wheatley and Adkins were the main guys in landing Morris.

Fun Fact: The ACC was a major factor in landing Morris, as was Wheatley going down to Georgia to spend a whole day visiting the back, as Orange Fizz mentions here.

Highlights:

George Morris Highlights (via 247SportsStudio)