MJ Morris (born June 30 2002) is an American college football quarterback who currently plays for the Texas Longhorns. He has previously been a member of the football programs at North Carolina State University (NC State), the University of Maryland, and Coastal Carolina University.
Early life and high school career
Morris was born in Carrollton, Georgia. He attended Carrollton High School for his freshman and sophomore years before transferring to Pace Academy in Atlanta for his junior year. He returned to Carrollton High School for his senior season, during which he threw for 3,089 yards and 33 touchdowns. His high‑school performance earned him a four‑star recruit rating and attracted attention from several Division I programs.
College career
NC State (2022–2023)
Morris enrolled at NC State in 2022 and served as a backup quarterback to Devin Leary and Jack Chambers. He saw his first significant playing time in the eighth game of the 2022 season against Virginia Tech, completing 20 of 29 passes for 265 yards and three touchdowns in a comeback victory. Over his two seasons with the Wolfpack, he appeared in nine games, completing 115 of 199 attempts for 1,367 yards, 14 touchdowns, and six interceptions. He redshirted after his sophomore year.
Transfer to Maryland (2024)
In November 2023, Morris entered the NCAA transfer portal and announced his intention to join the Maryland Terrapins. During the 2024 season, he appeared in seven games, starting once, and recorded 350 passing yards with five touchdowns and five interceptions.
Coastal Carolina (2025)
After the 2024 season, Morris entered the portal a second time and transferred to Coastal Carolina. In the 2025 season he played in four games, starting two, and completed 35 of 60 passes for 304 yards, one touchdown, and four interceptions. He also contributed 31 rushing yards.
Texas (2026–present)
In January 2026, Morris transferred to the University of Texas, joining the Longhorns as a redshirt senior quarterback. He is listed at 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) and 208 lb (94 kg). As of the latest season, he is competing for playing time in Texas’ quarterback depth chart.
Personal information
- Full name: MJ Morris
- Date of birth: June 30 2002 (age 23)
- Birthplace: Carrollton, Georgia, United States
- Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
- Weight: 208 lb (94 kg)
Morris is noted for his mobility, arm strength, and experience across multiple collegiate programs, having navigated the transfer portal three times during his career.