Breaking News: Miami Dolphins Mourns Another Death

The Pro Bowl rushing back and two-time Super Bowl winner, died Saturday night.

The Miami Dolphins lost a legend on Saturday night. Mercury Morris, a three-time Pro Bowl running back for the Miami Dolphins in the 1970s, has died, according to a family post. Morris was 77.

The family released the following statement:

We regret to inform you that Eugene “Mercury” Morris, 77, a renowned Miami Dolphins running back and beloved member of the NFL family, has died. Mercury, known for his blazing speed and dynamic play, was a key member of the Dolphins’ historic 1972 undefeated season and a two-time Super Bowl winner. His talent and devotion made an indelible impression on the sport, and his three Pro Bowl selections cemented his place among football’s greats.

Aside from the field, Mercury was a devoted father, a loving brother, a loyal friend, and a community leader. His influence stretched far beyond football, as he impacted the lives of many people throughout his stay in Miami.

Mercury’s legacy lives on through his children Geno, Maceo, Tiffany, Troy, and Elliott, as well as his siblings Cynthia, Valerie, and Janice.

We send our heartfelt sympathies to his family, friends, and everyone who had the honor of knowing him. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations, both in football and in everyday life.

 

 

The family respectfully wants privacy at this difficult time.

Morris played seven seasons with the Dolphins, joining the team in 1969 as a third-round draft pick from West Texas A&M. Over his career, he appeared in 86 games, starting 42, and accumulated 3,877 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns. He was selected for the Pro Bowl in 1971, 1972, and 1973. Alongside fullback Larry Csonka and halfback Jim Kiick, Morris was a crucial component in transforming the team’s loss in the 1971 Super Bowl into a perfect season in 1972, followed by another Super Bowl victory in 1973. During the 1972 season, he surpassed 1,000 rushing yards, making Miami the first team in NFL history to have two running backs—along with Csonka—achieve that milestone in the same season.

He concluded his career with the San Diego Chargers in 1976, adding 256 yards and two touchdowns to his record.

Rest in peace, Mercury.