Davon Morgan (born January 28, 1989) is an American

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coach and former

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. He is the head football coach for

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, a position he has held since 2024. He played

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Professional career

Morgan had only started one full year (23 overall starts) for the Hokies. However, in that one year he put together 5 interceptions, 82 total tackles (53 solo tackles), 4 pass breakups, 9 passes defended, 1 fumble recovery, 1 forced fumble, 5 tackle for loss, and 1 blocked punt.

New York Jets

In May 2011, Morgan signed with the

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as an undrafted

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. He was later waived September 2, 2011.

Richmond Raiders

On December 23, 2012, Morgan signed with the

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Philadelphia Eagles

On May 19, 2014, Morgan signed with the

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. He was released on August 23, 2014.

New Orleans VooDoo

On October 28, 2014, Morgan was assigned to the

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. Morgan was placed on reassignment on February 23, 2015.

Richmond Roughriders

On December 22, 2017, it was announced that Morgan had signed with the

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. He started off the season strong with six solo tackles and one tackle for a loss in a win versus the High County Grizzlies.

Coaching career

On March 5, 2024, Morgan was named the head football coach for

Head coaching record

References

External links

Florida A&M profile

Emory & Henry profile
{{DEFAULTSORT:Morgan, Davon 1989 births Living people Alderson Broaddus Battlers football coaches American football safeties Bluefield State Big Blues football coaches Elizabeth City State Vikings football coaches Emory and Henry Wasps football coaches Florida A&M Rattlers football coaches High school football coaches in Virginia New Orleans VooDoo players New York Jets players Philadelphia Eagles players Richmond Raiders players Richmond Roughriders players Virginia–Lynchburg Dragons football coaches Virginia State Trojans football coaches Virginia Tech Hokies football players Coaches of American football from Virginia Players of American football from Richmond, Virginia