Washington Redskins
Alfred Morris - #46 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 10"/ 218 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/12/1988 |
| Birthplace | Pensacola, FL |
| College | Florida Atlantic |
| Years played | 2 |
| Drafted | 2012, 6th round, 3rd pick by Redskins |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 335 | 1613 | 13 |
Redskins sign seven to practice squad
The Redskins announced Sunday that they have signed the following players to their practice squad: WR Terrence Austin, OL Selvish Capers, OL Erik Cook, LB Rob Jackson, OL Will Robinson, S Anderson Russell and RB Ryan Torain.
Redskins trade CB Tryon to Colts
According the NFL Network's Jason LaCanfora, the Redskins have traded CB Justin Tryon to the Colts.
Report: Redskins part ways with RB Parker
The Redskins have released RBs Willie Parker and Ryan Torain, according to ESPN.com's Adam Schefter.
QB Beck signs extension with Redskins
QB John Beck agreed to a two-year extension with Washington, keeping him with the Redskins through 2012.
LB Davis doesn't last long with Redskins
Washington released four players Tuesday, including a rookie whom they acquired a day earlier.
Redskins place WR Kelly on I.R.
Redskins WR Malcolm Kelly, a former second-round draft pick, was never able to get 100 percent healthy in training camp, so Washington placed him on injured reserve Tuesday.
Redskins, Rams make two trades
The Redskins and Rams made two separate trades Monday, with each team acquiring a rookie player that they believe could make the 53-man roster.
Front three vital to Redskins' defense
For all the talk of Albert Haynesworth and his ongoing saga with the Redskins, the other D-linemen on the team will have a lot to say about how successful the defense will fare this season.
Shanahan leaves McNabb's status for opener in question
Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan said Sunday that he is unsure if QB Donovan McNabb will be ready for the season opener as McNabb nurses a sore left ankle.
Fitz's Four-Course Fantasy Feast
Pat Fitzmaurice examines two offenses going in opposite directions — the Cardinals' and the Redskins' — and provides other observations directed at fantasy football owners.
McNabb to miss preseason game against the Jets
Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan announced that QB Donovan McNabb will not play Friday against the Jets after he injured his left ankle against the Ravens.
Redskins add veteran safety, fullback
The Redskins signed two former Steelers, veteran S Tyrone Carter and FB Carey Davis, on Monday, and they released veteran LB Chris Draft.
Report: Haynesworth has muscle condition
Embattled Redskins DL Albert Haynesworth missed practice last week due to a muscle condition.
Report: Redskins FS Moore could miss 4-6 weeks
Redskins FS Kareem Moore could miss 4-6 weeks after suffering what's believed to be a sprained MCL in Saturday night's preseason contest against the Ravens, according to the Washington Post.
Headache, not dehydration, keeps Haynesworth out of practice
On Thursday, Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth missed another practice, this time because of a headache.
PLAYER NEWS
Morris' season is over after a 24-14 loss to Seattle on Sunday.|||||||
Morris gained 80 yards on 16 carries - it was bad coaching since Robert Griffin III was clearly hurting and Morris should have gotten the ball more after he had 200 yards against the Cowboys.
Morris, the out-of-nowhere sixth-rounder from Florida Atlantic, ran for 200 yards and three scores for Washington in Sunday's NFC East-clinching victory against Dallas.|||||||
Morris set the Redskins' franchise single-season record for rushing yards, finishing with 1,613, the second most in the NFL this year behind only Adrian Peterson.
Morris finished with 22 carries for 91 yards and a touchdown in Washington's win over the Eagles on Sunday.|||||||
Morris has rushed for 87 yards or more with five touchdowns over his last five games.
Morris ran for 87 yards and two TDs against the Browns on Sunday.|||||||
With 1,322 yards and nine TDs, Morris has the potential to go in the first two rounds in most fantasy drafts next season.
Morris ran for 122 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-28 overtime win over Baltimore.|||||||
Morris, who's posted three consecutive 100-yard efforts, ranks fourth in the league with 1,228 yards on the ground. He remains a top-10 option in non-ppr leagues.
