DaJuan Morgan facts for kids
Morgan with the Indianapolis Colts in 2010
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| Position: | Safety | ||||
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| Born: | October 21, 1985 West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 203 lb (92 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Riviera Beach (FL) Suncoast | ||||
| College: | North Carolina State | ||||
| NFL Draft: | 2008 / Round: 3 / Pick: 82 | ||||
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DaJuan Jamar Morgan (born October 21, 1985) is a former American football player. He played as a safety, which is a defensive position in football. DaJuan Morgan played for several teams during his career. These included the Kansas City Chiefs and the Indianapolis Colts in the National Football League (NFL). He also played college football for North Carolina State.
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Early Life and College Football
DaJuan Morgan was born on October 21, 1985. He grew up in West Palm Beach, Florida. He attended Suncoast Community High School in Riviera Beach, Florida.
Playing for NC State
After high school, DaJuan went to North Carolina State University. He played college football there for the NC State Wolfpack. He was a strong player during his college years. In 2007, he was recognized as a second-team All-ACC player. This means he was one of the best players in his conference.
Professional Football Career
DaJuan Morgan began his professional football journey in 2008. He was chosen in the 2008 NFL draft. The Kansas City Chiefs picked him in the third round. He was the 82nd player chosen overall in that draft.
Joining the NFL
After being drafted, DaJuan joined the Kansas City Chiefs. He played for them during the 2008 and 2009 seasons. He then moved to the Indianapolis Colts in 2010. He played in two games for the Colts that year.
Other Teams
In 2011, DaJuan Morgan signed with the New York Jets. However, he was with the team for only nine days. Later, in 2012, he also played for the Montreal Alouettes. This team is part of the Canadian Football League (CFL).
What is a Safety?
A safety is a very important position in American football. Safeties are defensive players. Their main job is to stop the opposing team from scoring. They often cover wide receivers and help tackle players who run with the ball. They are usually the last line of defense.
