History of Raheem Morris in Timeline

Raheem Morris is an American football coach currently serving as the head coach for the Atlanta Falcons. With extensive experience in the NFL, Morris previously held the position of defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams and head coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His career also includes assistant coaching roles for the Falcons, Washington Redskins, and Buccaneers.

1970: NFL/AFL Merger

The NFL and AFL merged in 1970, changing the landscape of professional football.

September 3, 1976: Raheem Morris is Born

Raheem Morris was born on September 3, 1976.

1994: Morris Plays Safety at Hofstra University

Raheem Morris played safety at Hofstra University from 1994 to 1997.

1997: Morris Completes Time as Safety at Hofstra

In 1997, Raheem Morris finished his time playing safety at Hofstra University.

1998: Morris Graduates from Hofstra University and Begins Coaching Career

In 1998, Raheem Morris graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in Physical Education and started his coaching career as a graduate assistant at the same university.

1999: Morris Coaches at Cornell University

Raheem Morris worked as a defensive backs coach and special teams assistant at Cornell University in 1999.

2001: Morris Interns with New York Jets

Raheem Morris gained experience as an intern with the New York Jets in 2001.

2002: Morris Joins Tampa Bay Buccaneers Coaching Staff

Raheem Morris joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2002 as a defensive quality control coach, contributing to the team's Super Bowl victory.

2003: Morris Becomes Defensive Assistant for Buccaneers

Raheem Morris transitioned to the role of a defensive assistant for the Buccaneers in 2003.

2004: Morris Takes on Assistant Defensive Backs Coach Role

Raheem Morris began working as the assistant defensive backs coach for the Buccaneers in 2004.

2005: Morris Concludes Role as Assistant Defensive Backs Coach

In 2005, Raheem Morris finished his time as the assistant defensive backs coach for the Buccaneers.

2006: Morris Serves as Defensive Coordinator for Kansas State Wildcats

Raheem Morris worked as the defensive coordinator for the Kansas State Wildcats in 2006, making notable improvements to the team's defense.

2006: Buccaneers' Pass Defense Struggles

The Buccaneers' pass defense faced challenges in 2006, ranking 19th in the league.

2007: Morris Returns to Tampa Bay as Defensive Backs Coach

Raheem Morris rejoined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2007 as their defensive backs coach, significantly improving the team's pass defense.

December 2008: Morris Becomes Defensive Coordinator for Buccaneers

Raheem Morris was promoted to the position of defensive coordinator for the Buccaneers in December 2008.

2008: Singletary's Disciplinary Action Sparks Discussion

Mike Singletary's decision to discipline Vernon Davis in 2008 for a personal foul generated significant discussion and comparisons to other coaching decisions.

January 16, 2009: Morris Named Head Coach of Buccaneers

On January 16, 2009, Raheem Morris was appointed as the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

November 24, 2009: Morris Assumes Defensive Coordinator Responsibilities

On November 24, 2009, Raheem Morris took on the role of defensive coordinator for the Buccaneers in addition to his head coaching duties.

2009: Morris Becomes Head Coach of Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Raheem Morris was named head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2009.

2010: Morris Achieves Winning Record with Young Team

In 2010, Raheem Morris led the Buccaneers to a winning record, marking the first time since the 1970 NFL/AFL merger that a coach accomplished this feat with a starting lineup featuring at least 10 rookies.

2011: Morris Disciplines Player for Unsportsmanlike Conduct

During the 2011 season, Raheem Morris disciplined Brian Price for unsportsmanlike conduct, drawing comparisons to a similar incident involving Mike Singletary in 2008.

2011: Morris's Time as Buccaneers Head Coach Ends

Raheem Morris's tenure as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers ended in 2011.

January 2, 2012: Morris Dismissed as Buccaneers Head Coach

Raheem Morris was let go from his position as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on January 2, 2012, following a disappointing 4-12 season.

January 11, 2012: Morris Hired as Defensive Backs Coach for Washington Redskins

Raheem Morris was appointed as the defensive backs coach for the Washington Redskins on January 11, 2012.

January 26, 2015: Morris Joins Atlanta Falcons Coaching Staff

Raheem Morris began working as an assistant head coach and defensive backs coach for the Atlanta Falcons on January 26, 2015.

January 25, 2016: Morris Transitions to Wide Receivers Coach

Raheem Morris's role within the Atlanta Falcons shifted to wide receivers coach on January 25, 2016.

2016: Falcons Reach Super Bowl LI

The Atlanta Falcons, under Raheem Morris's coaching guidance, reached Super Bowl LI in 2016.

February 5, 2017: Falcons Compete in Super Bowl LI

On February 5, 2017, the Atlanta Falcons, with Raheem Morris as part of their coaching staff, played against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI, experiencing a close defeat.