Defensive Tackle
15th Round
Arknasas State
"Consistency of performance is the best way to describe Arkansas State's Eddie Morgan, a tough, strong young man who led ASU in tackles, quarterback sacks and fumble recoveries in each of his three seasons at that school. A dedicated weightlifter who built himself up from 180 pounds in his senior year in high school to the 240-pound range in college, Eddie was rated as the strongest man on the Arkansas State squad.
Pro scouts feel that Morgan has the size and strength to play in the NFL, but that he must work some on improving his quickness off the ball. Nonetheless, he's a hitter and a hustler and if determination means anything, then Morgan could well have some fine potential when he reports to training camp in the summer.
Eddie was born in West Memphis, Arkansas, played his high school football there and still lives in his hometown."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
Although his accomplishments are commendable, it's my opinion that the program he's started in the small town of Truman, AR is his finest accomplishment.
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