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Article: Stevenson graduate Morrison stars for Drake football.(Sports)
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- Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL)
- Article date:
- October 27, 2009
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Senior Benny Morrison, in his third season as a middle linebacker for Drake University, has been a consistent contributor to the Bulldogs this fall.
In this weekAEs 21-16 victory over Davidson, Morrison intercepted a pass which led to a 7-0 lead for Drake (6-1, 4-0 in the Pioneer League).
The former Stevenson all-area basketball and football player also blocked a 43-yard field goal attempt by Davidson, which was picked up by teammate Michael Lahart and returned 57 yards for a touchdown and a 21-10 lead.
Morrison has 51 tackles (7.3 per game) this season, with 10 for losses. He also has 3 sacks, 3 forced fumbles 1 interception and 2 blocked ...