Chad Morton (born April 4, 1977 in Torrance, CA) is a backup running back and kick/punt returner for the New York Giants who has also played previously for the New Orleans Saints, New York Jets and Washington Redskins.
Chad Morton was a first alternate to the 2005 Pro Bowl as a kick returner.
Morton was a running back for the University of Southern California Trojans in the late-90's. Known as "Little Chad" to many USC faithful for his diminutive size, he was the heart and soul of many of USC's weakest teams in the last several decades. Despite his diminutive size, he was a warrior between the tackles, driving through the line for extra yards after contact that would only be expected of players much larger.
As the younger brother of all-time great wide receiver, Johnnie Morton, Chad was always in his brother's shadow, especially since he played on teams that had much less success than Johnnie's earlier teams.
Because of his heart and not because of his frame, Chad Morton has had a solid NFL career as a kick returner and third-down back for many years, but will always be remembered for his standout years as the Trojans unheralded leader.
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