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Miami Dolphins legend Mercury Morris has died at the age of 77, the team confirmed Sunday morning. A former third-round pick out of West Texas State, Morris was an electric running back as well as returner, who played a major role in helping the Dolphins reach the top of the NFL world.
Mercury Morris, the former Miami Dolphins running back and key member of their undefeated 1972 Super Bowl team, passed away at the age of 77, according to his family. The Miami Herald confirmed Morris’ death through the Dolphins. Morris’ son, GhostWridah, shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), describing his father as a "legendary Miami Dolphins running back" whose "electrifying speed and dynamic play" made him a cornerstone of the team's historic season.
Eugene "Mercury" Morris, a three-time Pro Bowl running back and two-time Super Bowl champion, including the Miami Dolphins' undefeated 1972 NFL season, died Saturday night at 77, his family said Sunday morning.
MERCURY MORRIS One of the most electric players in Miami Dolphins history died on Saturday night. Mercury Morris, a three-time Pro Bowler, a star on Miami's unbeaten 1972 team and a frequent tormentor of the Jets and other AFC East foes, was 77 years old.
Eugene “Mercury” Morris, who starred for the unbeaten 1972 Miami Dolphins as part of a star-studded backfield and helped the team win two Super Bowl titles, has died, the team said Sunday.
Morris, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, was 77. In a statement, his family said his “talent and passion left an indelible mark on the sport.”
“Beyond the field, Mercury was a devoted father, a loving brother, a loyal friend, and a pillar in the community,” his family wrote in the statement. “His presence extended far beyond football, as he touched the lives of many throughout his time in Miami.”
Morris helped the Dolphins win two Super Bowl titles and was a three-time Pro Bowler during his career. He played in a star-studded backfield and is seen as one of the better players in franchise history.
His family released a statement about the talent and passion that he left for the sport.
"Beyond the field, Mercury was a devoted father, a loving brother, a loyal friend, and a pillar in the community," his family wrote in a statement. "His presence extended far beyond football, as he touched the lives of many throughout his time in Miami."