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Joe Morris named No. 17 on Independence Bowl All-Time Team

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Joe Morris named No. 17 on Independence Bowl All-Time Team
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Former Syracuse running back Joe Morris ranks No. 17 on the Independence Bowl’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team. Selected by a panel including media members, Morris is recognized for his accomplishments at Syracuse and in the NFL. He rushed for 155 yards in the 1979 I-Bowl, still ranking eighth all-time in the event. Morris is celebrated for breaking the 1,000-yard rushing mark in three seasons at Syracuse, finishing with 4,229 career rushing yards. He played a significant role on the New York Giants in the 1980s, winning Super Bowl XXI and earning two Pro Bowl selections.

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  • •Joe Morris is ranked No. 17 on the Independence Bowl All-Time Team.
  • •He rushed for 155 yards in the 1979 I-Bowl, a notable performance.
  • •Morris had a total of 4,229 career rushing yards at Syracuse.
  • •He was selected in the second round of the 1982 NFL Draft.
  • •Morris won Super Bowl XXI with the New York Giants.
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  • 9:18 PMYahoo Sports — Syracuse RB Joe Morris is No. 17 on I-Bowl’s 50-year All-Time Team
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Former Syracuse running back Joe Morris is ranked No. 17 on the Independence Bowl 50th Anniversary All-Time Team.

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